How to remove the engine out of a Chevy Colorado, Hummer, and GMC Canyon for model years 2004 - 2012 

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Yeah they aren’t cheap! I’m glad you found the video helpful! I hope all goes good for you. Let me know how it ends up going!

How much did you pay for another engine? I'm second guessing whether I should keep my truck.

@@macksauce9801 I got it off Facebook marketplace for $2000. It was a really good deal. Yeah I don’t know if these trucks are worth fixing. Parts are getting harder and harder to find for them.

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I switch everything over from my old motor to the new used motor. I didn’t have to program anything. Hope that helps.

You can hold the transmission up with a stand or jack. It just more work to take the radiator out. It would give you more room to work with. I just hate taking more stuff off then I need if that makes sense. Hope that helps. If you have any others question along the way don’t be afraid to ask.

I don’t think you would be able to!

Your welcome!! To be honest I don’t know if you can swap them. I just know these motors are not very good! Sorry I’m not much help.

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No you do not.

Thanks! It took me just over 9 hours for the whole job. It took longer just because I was recording it. If you have the right tools it’s not a bad job.

It would be really tight! There’s not a lot of room on these trucks!

They are hard to find! I found it on Facebook marketplace. They know what they want for them. Good luck! Let me know if you have any others questions.

I just called the dealer the other day about a engine swap. Gm discontinued them so you have to go aftermarket or junk yard

Yeah it was one of GM’s worst ideas. So they don’t build them anymore. They are getting harder and harder to find. They also want a lot for used motors. You will probably have to find a used one. I don’t think there’s any good aftermarket one out there. You could get it rebuilt. I have heard they are very expensive to have rebuilt. Do to the fact they have two timing chains.

@csautomotive12 the dealer quoted me like 3800 for a reman ouch

@@csautomotive12 2500 for a timing chain job

Manual or automatic transmission?

@@csautomotive12 Auto, I ended up getting them separated. Never would have got to that point without your detailed instructions. Thanks!

@@drewappleget1325 That’s good to hear! Glad you got it out!

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I’m not for sure! I haven’t done one on the hummer. I don’t think you would have to. It was really tight on the Colorado. If any one has done one let us know what you did.

Just with a flat blade screwdriver. Is it automatic or manual transmission?

Thanks! I put all the bolts in zip lock bags and label what they go to.

That would be cool! But it would be a lot of work you would have to switch everything!

@@csautomotive12 not as much if I throw the v8 they already put in the h3 in. Same motor mounts and all. Just curious if I’d need to change the transmission as well. It’s already a 4 speed..

@@visibilityzero1361 You would be best to get the V8 and transmission all as one with the wiring harness and computer. The wiring is going to be the biggest problem. Trying to get it to work with what you have in the truck right now.

Yeah that’s a great point! It’s all about how you take care of them!

The one I did was a 3.7l. Are you sure they got the right motor?

@@csautomotive12 I diggin deeper going to see was it the engine from the truck itself or did they take it from another truck n jus rebuilt it because it’s wrecking my thoughts lol

@@csautomotive12 jus found out it’s a crate engine and they shipped the old one back as core so ain’t no telling what year 3.7 it is sMh some engine place out of Michigan

@@mikematthews234 I would see if you could get there number and call and ask them if it’s the right motor.

@@csautomotive12 motor is correct talked to em today now I’m checking to see if I got power going to all the sensors especially crank n cam they are all new sensors hope pcm ain’t bad although the pcm relay was corroded I jus changed it out when I was puttin it back together

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Yeah there’s some truth to that!!

Sorry what plugs are you taking about? What color are they?

@@csautomotive12 evap plug with blue plastic safety thing

@@user-uj7og1in3q Is it the one for your O2 sensor?

@@csautomotive12 not sure what it is Like I said grey female plug whit blue safety keeper on driver side It’s like triangle shape . Wish I could send pictures

If you got an email ? Could send you a picture

Yeah I would agree. If you take care of them they will last a long time. I would still say it’s not one of GM’s best ideas.

I've the 2.8 and this one is very reliable. Mine is sitting around 222K miles and still holding up very good (with good maintenance of course)

only major problem with the 3.5 was the valve seats fall out GM did do a recall which they replaced the Cyl Head for Free i had a 2006 Z71 3.5 and when i sold it had 348K on it and run beautiful and got 24 mpg i did change the oil every 3500miles

That’s great to hear! A lot of these motors have problems way before that!

3.5 or 3.7 friend, iam looking for H3, all recommend the 3.7 engine

@@ahmadlbl I would agree! The 3.7l is better than the 3.5l.

usually cleaning the throttle body really helps rough idle

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Yeah that sounds like a great way of doing it!!

video of cab removal?

@@IssiahWood If I do another I will do a video that way!

You got a good point. Taking the grill off is not going to help in any way. You still have the front core support that you can’t take off without a lot more work you don’t need to do!

@@csautomotive12 I meant the radiator

@@Blowncapacitor84It might help a little. In my eyes it just one more thing to take off.

Everyone has their opinion on them for sure. Just compared to all the other vortex engine out there! This one is not at the top of that list! They are not the easiest to work on! The starter and everything else is just in bad spots. Also when you have a timing chain at the front and rear of the motor you know you have something that is way over engineered! Also I have seen so many will valve problems. The reason they’re so expensive is because they didn’t make that mean to start with. So it a supply and demanding thing. And Chevy doesn’t even make a long block for them anymore. That’s just my opinion on them. But I have heard of some people that really love them.

@csautomotive12 Yeah, I think the rear drives the balance shafts, which kinda stick out and are funky, lol! They are more tricky to work on, but they are actually pretty solid. Vortex dosent really classify a specific engine, just an era i guess.It seems I only work on like 1 or 2 a year, I've never had any valve related issues, but that could just be a coincidence. I think the 3.8 and 350's were some of the best from GM. But no disrespect in any way, dude! We're also a small but growing channel and wish you well, man! You're definitely getting recommended, so I suggest keep making content, and you'll be monetized in no time! But what I've found what works well is not ripping on specific engines or manufacturers because I've had people unsubscribe for it!🤣🤣🤣 people get all bent out of shape over you saying something about their crappy ecotech. I subscribed btw lol

Yeah I’m a gm guy hands down! All I’m saying is I don’t think I would want to buy one after working on them over the years. I have talked to people that have had great luck with them. What it really comes down to is how you maintain them. The problem with most cars and trucks on the road today is people don’t want to maintain them like they should. I really appreciate all the advice. I’m just trying to help people and grow my channel. I’m not out to make people mad at me. So sorry if you or anyone is taking me that way. I appreciate you subscribing to my channel and for the support. I will subscribe to your channel as well. I love to support people that are just starting out and trying to help people the best they can. Good luck out there keep up the good work.