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Converting Avalanche to AWD with 4l80e

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Old Jan 12, 2015 | 03:17 PM
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My buddy has a blower 408 build in an avalanche with a 4L80e. He wants to convert it over to four-wheel-drive due to his frame allowing it to happen. Which transfer case would you guys recommend for that swap? Motor makes around 800whp.
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Old Jan 12, 2015 | 03:25 PM
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Does he really want AWD or selectable 4wd? Please share more info on the motor setup, just curious.
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Old Jan 12, 2015 | 03:36 PM
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Wants AWD to not need all the buttons. Built 408, ported ls3 heads, big cam, magnuson 2300...
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Old Jan 12, 2015 | 04:19 PM
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Nvg 149
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Old Jan 12, 2015 | 07:55 PM
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Awesome, thank you for the info. I appreciate it.
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Old Jan 12, 2015 | 08:51 PM
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At least that's my opinion.
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Old Jan 14, 2015 | 06:00 PM
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I agree NVG149. He will need to have the input gear custom made for it to work. Time2kill can have them made for you
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Old Jan 30, 2015 | 03:50 PM
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I swapped a 149 in on mine and love it. We had a sleet rain mix on the way home from work yesterday. I stood on it from every stop and turn and couldn't get even a squeak from a tire.

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Old Feb 1, 2015 | 12:17 PM
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I have the transfer case off a 07+ escalade behind my 4l80e, bolted up with out any mods.
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