[Tnoon758]

Still waiting on a few more parts before I start the project, more details coming soon

Vehicle -
2012 GMC Canyon CC SLE Z71 4x4

Parts List -
Cummins R2.8 Repower Crate Motor
2012 GM 6L80E Transmission
Dana 300 Transfer Case
Advance Adapters 6l80e to Dana 300 Adapter
Current Performance Modified Ignition Switch
Current Performance v8 Engine Mounts
AXIS Industries R2.8 Engine Side Mounts
AXIS Industries R2.8 DOC Exhaust Flange
AXIS Industries R2.8 Coolant Temp Fitting
AXIS Industries R2.8 200 Amp Alternator
Cummins R2.8 Turbo Diesel V-Belt for AC Compressor upfit
Cummins R2.8 Turbo Diesel High AC Mount Mega Bracket
Cummins R2.8 Turbo Diesel Tensioner for AC Compressor upfit
Cummins R2.8 Turbo Diesel Block Heater Cord
Cummins R2.8 Turbo Diesel Block Heater
Quick Draw Brand R2.8 to GM Transmission Adapter
SuperModulation Dual E-Fan Mod

 

[WV NATIVE]

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Very cool project. I’ll have lots of questions throughout your build I’m sure.

First: What transfer case are you using?

 

[dirtwarrior]

yep a cool build

 

[Tnoon758]

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Very cool project. I’ll have lots of questions throughout your build I’m sure.

First: What transfer case are you using?

I am still contemplating which direction I am going to go on the transmission.
1. Use the 6l80e and factory transfer case although it is drivers side drop. Run in 2wd for now. I have a drivers side drop dana 44 for a SOA upgrade slated for this fall.
2. Use the 6l80e and source a NP241 passenger drop manual transfer case.
3. Use the existing 4l60e and transfer case, install a 2500 stall converter and transmission cooler, see how long she last.

 

[WV NATIVE]

I am still contemplating which direction I am going to go on the transmission.
1. Use the 6l80e and factory transfer case although it is drivers side drop. Run in 2wd for now. I have a drivers side drop dana 44 for a SOA upgrade slated for this fall.
2. Use the 6l80e and source a NP241 passenger drop manual transfer case.
3. Use the existing 4l60e and transfer case, install a 2500 stall converter and transmission cooler, see how long she last.

I'd go with #2 and find a FZJ80 front axle to build the front suspension around. Of course you could go with #2 and pick up a passenger drop Dana 44 out of a FSJ truck.

At least you have options.

 

[Tnoon758]

I'd go with #2 and find a FZJ80 front axle to build the front suspension around. Of course you could go with #2 and pick up a passenger drop Dana 44 out of a FSJ truck.

At least you have options.

I am leaning towards #2 option as well, would be nice to rid of the GM 4x4 electronics. I jumped the gun a little early last year and bought a set of 8 lug 3/4 ton leaf spring axles out of an older Chevy truck, Dana 44 front, eaton posi rear axle, both with 4.10 gears. Probably should have waited a bit. Now I am trying to figure out whether to incorporate into the project or sell and go a different direction. I am trying to not get ahead of myself, however I have had the diesel sitting in the crate for almost a year and just want to get it in and hear it run, lol.

 

[WV NATIVE]

I am leaning towards #2 option as well, would be nice to rid of the GM 4x4 electronics. I jumped the gun a little early last year and bought a set of 8 lug 3/4 ton leaf spring axles out of an older Chevy truck, Dana 44 front, eaton posi rear axle, both with 4.10 gears. Probably should have waited a bit. Now I am trying to figure out whether to incorporate into the project or sell and go a different direction. I am trying to not get ahead of myself, however I have had the diesel sitting in the crate for almost a year and just want to get it in and hear it run, lol.

I hear ya. I ditched all that electronic junk and couldn't be happier. Don't worry about jumping the gun. I've had two passenger drop leaf spring Dana 44s sitting in my barn for over a year waiting for my lazy butt to do a SAS. Time is tough to find and my heap works really well in its current configuration so it's hard to change.

Your project definitely deserves patience and planning. If properly executed it could be one of the best 4x4 projects of 2020 here on 355nation.

Keep the build updates coming.

 

[Tnoon758]

I hear ya. I ditched all that electronic junk and couldn't be happier. Don't worry about jumping the gun. I've had two passenger drop leaf spring Dana 44s sitting in my barn for over a year waiting for my lazy butt to do a SAS. Time is tough to find and my heap works really well in its current configuration so it's hard to change.

Your project definitely deserves patience and planning. If properly executed it could be one of the best 4x4 projects of 2020 here on 355nation.

Keep the build updates coming.

How are you shifting the transfer case? I will be replacing the center console with a metal one (police SUV style) for public safety equipment so I wont have the floor space available for a manual shifter.

 

[WV NATIVE]

How are you shifting the transfer case? I will be replacing the center console with a metal one (police SUV style) for public safety equipment so I wont have the floor space available for a manual shifter.

I called up Jon at JB Fab and he built me a custom shifter setup for my Dana 20. I cannot recommend him any higher. Great guy with excellent customer service.

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I considered using a police console (I'm a cop and have access to lots of parts if I "borrow" them). I decided not to go that route because I wanted more of a factory look to the cab.

I cut out the factory center console and mounted the shifters. I think it turned out decent but a better fab guy could have done a better job I'm sure.

 

[Tnoon758]

I called up Jon at JB Fab and he built me a custom shifter setup for my Dana 20. I cannot recommend him any higher. Great guy with excellent customer service.

JB Custom Fabrication

JB Custom Fabrication, JB Fab, JB Custom, twin-stick, triple-stick, stainless steel, transfer case shifters, d300, np205, np203, d20, doubler, cable shifters,

jb-custom-fabrication.myshopify.com

I considered using a police console (I'm a cop and have access to lots of parts if I "borrow" them). I decided not to go that route because I wanted more of a factory look to the cab.

I cut out the factory center console and mounted the shifters. I think it turned out decent but a better fab guy could have done a better job I'm sure.

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I called up Jon at JB Fab and he built me a custom shifter setup for my Dana 20. I cannot recommend him any higher. Great guy with excellent customer service.

JB Custom Fabrication

JB Custom Fabrication, JB Fab, JB Custom, twin-stick, triple-stick, stainless steel, transfer case shifters, d300, np205, np203, d20, doubler, cable shifters,

jb-custom-fabrication.myshopify.com

I considered using a police console (I'm a cop and have access to lots of parts if I "borrow" them). I decided not to go that route because I wanted more of a factory look to the cab.

I cut out the factory center console and mounted the shifters. I think it turned out decent but a better fab guy could have done a better job I'm sure.

View attachment 340222

I called up Jon at JB Fab and he built me a custom shifter setup for my Dana 20. I cannot recommend him any higher. Great guy with excellent customer service.

JB Custom Fabrication

JB Custom Fabrication, JB Fab, JB Custom, twin-stick, triple-stick, stainless steel, transfer case shifters, d300, np205, np203, d20, doubler, cable shifters,

jb-custom-fabrication.myshopify.com

I considered using a police console (I'm a cop and have access to lots of parts if I "borrow" them). I decided not to go that route because I wanted more of a factory look to the cab.

I cut out the factory center console and mounted the shifters. I think it turned out decent but a better fab guy could have done a better job I'm sure.

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Now that I see your setup, I think I could do something like that. I need to measure my new console, it is out of a Trailblazer and I believe starts from the factory cupholder back.

BTW...nice to meet a fellow LEO on the 355 board here. ;-)

 

[Tnoon758]

I just saw your fuel gauge in the pic. Do you have a secondary tank?

 

[WV NATIVE]

I just saw your fuel gauge in the pic. Do you have a secondary tank?

Yeah. My auxiliary tank holds an additional 35 gallons.

I take my camping seriously. Extra fuel is super handy. I’m kind of a “prepper” as well.

 

[Tnoon758]

Yeah. My auxiliary tank holds an additional 35 gallons.

I take my camping seriously. Extra fuel is super handy. I’m kind of a “prepper” as well.

Nice! I am thinking of adding this as well once I complete the conversion.

 

[WV NATIVE]

BTW...nice to meet a fellow LEO on the 355 board here. ;-)

Good to have you here. Cops are odd guys....especially the gear head ones.??

 

[Tnoon758]

Got the remaining parts in from Quick Draw Brand. Cummins to GM transmission adapter

 

[Tnoon758]

Got the motor and transmission pulled

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[WV NATIVE]

Really looking forward to seeing this build take shape. Very cool project.

 

[Tnoon758]

Really looking forward to seeing this build take shape. Very cool project.

Settled on the Dana 300 for the transfer case. I am waiting on the adapter to come in to mate it to the 6l80e

 

[WV NATIVE]

Settled on the Dana 300 for the transfer case. I am waiting on the adapter to come in to mate it to the 6l80e

I’d love to see a Dana 300 HD output shaft housing and a set of Lomax Gears combined with your drivetrain.

Your truck stands to be pretty unique already. Keep the updates coming!

 

[Tnoon758]

I’d love to see a Dana 300 HD output shaft housing and a set of Lomax Gears combined with your drivetrain.

Your truck stands to be pretty unique already. Keep the updates coming!

Great minds think alike, I am planning to add those things to the Dana 300 when I do the Dana 44 swap.