Budget Turbo Yukon XL 4L80 Conversion (Part 1): Blow'd Up 4L60e Removal! + Tips&Tricks To Save Time!

The time has finally come to start the 4l80e conversion on our budget turbo sleeper build "uncle rob" 2003 GMC Yukon XL! The stock 4l60 transmission melted rather quickly when faced with boost from our 72mm forced performance turbocharger.
Now we get to document the ENTIRE conversion for science and entertainment at the same time!!
Stay tuned for part 2 where we install the HD2 shift kit for the new transmission and prepare the 261hd transfer case!
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[@Stapleton42]

QUESTION...help me out: Would you guys rather have two 25 minute videos on an (almost) daily basis...or one 50 minute video every other day or so? When it comes to build content it takes a lot of work time and lot of edit time to make a 50 minute video that doesn’t suck... I really would value your input because I’m not sure what to do! New merch link! (Every order gets a hand written note from Logan and myself) Stapletonautoworks.com

[@Dragonsofglory]

Whatever is easiest for you... I just put your vids first when i get a noti

[@probablynotwearingpants6228]

The 50 minute videos make the bonus footage more anticipated

[@MX304]

Which ever is most sustainable for you. I prefer the longer vids, but I'll keep watching either way.

[@robwigglezz944]

Whatever's easiest. Will watch either way

[@firefighter494]

I'm good for what ever makes it easier to get the content out.

[@bennyhelgeson401]

Brian is correct. I would rather give my tools,parts,etc to someone that will use it rather than watch them gather dust.

[@JesusisJesus]

Yeah, definitely accept ANYTHING given to you. My philosophy is, if someone offers me a monetary tip for the work I do, I give them ONE chance to change their mind, I say “are you sure, you don’t have to do that, the price is This amount. You don’t have to.” Reply is “Oh no no, I insist.” I say “ok, thank you very much, that’s very kind.” Yoink! Free tastes better man. I always make them put the money in my hand, I never take it out of their hand.

[@stevezurek5826]

She's a keeper! Pretty bad ass to see her wrenching and having fun. The look on her face when she got the transmission apart. She's a monster on the wrenches!

[@dawsonburrell9754]

Never turn down a blessing. One of the hardest parts of being someone who likes to give, which you clearly are, is being able to receive. You do so well at giving back to people through teaching and showing them process and demonstration. Brian is right, let others help you when offered. Thanks for all you're doing.

[@drurybryan]

As far as accepting help goes...you have to open up sometimes, because you'll never truly receive anything in life with a closed 'hand'. Some of the best advice I've ever been given.

[@Stapleton42]

Good perspective to have... I like it

[@dalemam7962]

A magnet on a stick is your friend when retrieving metal items from yucky fluids.

[@weasle421]

I watch your videos because I don't have the time or place to do this, I am sure plenty of your subscribers watch for similar reasons, allowing them to be involved only makes your channel better for everyone. I am middle aged and am glad to see proff the next generation has thoughtful, intelligent and kind people that understand "we are in this together".

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man you’re right

[@joesfabshack6464]

From Michigan here. An air hammer and torch are you best friend for any automotive repair. I prefer a 20ish minute video. I rarely want to commit 50 minutes to anything I watch.

[@bennyhelgeson401]

Your video length can be dependent on what you have going on. Let your content be your guide not vise versa. Whatever time length you post is fine with me, They are all great.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man

[@keithjackson2462]

I second that.

[@borishanisch735]

Pretty much the same opinion as Benny. Whatever it is the content is easy too watch and entertaining. Even if there are ones where you seem to be frustated or tired, that's klife like it is. I would prefer authentic content like yours in whatever length over a bling-bling show without it every time.

[@rogerbrown8694]

Second this as well.

[@SelfPreservation7]

Agreed

[@LowKeyIdiots]

"ITS LIKE A SOFT TACO WITH A HOLE IN IT!!!" ive never laugh so f*cking hard in my life lmfaooo, just like a taco bell bean burrito hahahah

[@krisjones2265]

I fucking died

[@beddamade]

That is cool that you are letting your fans help build Uncle Rob. That is true about what you were told. It also feels amazing to be able to help people no matter if they need it or not. If it bothers you that much, just pay it forward. Like leaving the oil and dirt on the needle bearings, and putting it on the shirt. It kind of makes it feel like they did some work on Uncle Rob too.

[@JamStph]

Northern Indiana here, just moved up here from Waxahachie. The track is why I started watching your videos, have just stuck around it is always fun watching the younger generation wrenching.

[@Keith_White]

Put 5 minutes of Ruger pooping in a diaper while Logan runs in circles gagging and you can make the videos as long or short as you want. Funniest thing I've seen in a while.

[@Stapleton42]

😂😂😂 noted

[@brandonemmons5438]

I like the way Brian thinks. I think it's cool that people want to help out and feel like they are part of the build.

[@nathanmurray6711]

I'm from London ontario Canada 🇨🇦. Our trucks look like that one or even double as rusty. From all the salt and sand on the roads in the winter. I love seeing daily vlogs. Everyday when I come home from work , your the first channel I check on my KZbin is yours. Keep up the amazing hard work !!!

[@richardharvey8939]

Almost daily videos at least 25 minutes in length. Extended videos are great too. People giving you things is a blessing. Don’t turn down blessings you might stop getting them. Also pass blessings on to others when you are able.

[@LowKeyIdiots]

46:44 Mitchell: Yep you got it off you can let go! Logan: *Literally lets go of the pry bar, realizes what she did and catches it* lol

[@mitchoconnell6944]

I'm from Grand Rapids Michigan area. All the rust. All the fun. PB, WD, wire wheels, and a torch for everything lol also liquid patience.

[@matthewwisenbaugh3883]

Pontiac, MI here.....

[@adamstark6736]

North Muskegon here. PB is 100% necessary.

[@SuPerFly48867]

Elsie michigan here

[@ryurc3033]

You haven't lived until you pull a 4l60 out of a 01 s10 blazer.....worse than a full size every day of the week. I have to work on regular junk every day of the week and come up with a way to do projects. I applaud your dedication to the track

[@kbar150]

Needle scaler and spray rust converter. Definitely wouldn't hurt. Glad to see pup doing better. Had a pup lose an eye , and another lose a leg. It's definitely rough for a while but they bounce back really well

[@joethebarber1]

A single 15-20 minute daily vid, with longer hood track vids would be cool. Also Brian is right.

[@miker5382]

When I worked at a dealership in central florida we would get trucks from the local phosphate mines. I just took my large air hammer with blunt tip and rattle the mud off the frames probably work for that rust too.

[@craigproctor9960]

Logan is a great helper and seems like a sweetheart and good girl friend for you! Feel so bad for her dog..

[@faygoforthejuggalo]

I think letting the viewers help out with parts is great interaction I pretty much watch the Deathwish guy because of all the help in the car community

[@jeffvanlue4872]

It’s ok to take free parts! Just doint forget to pay it forward some day , Michigan proud!!!

[@rayhendricks7379]

Another fellow michigander I'm up in mt pleasant

[@Rene_ROwdyy]

You and Logan working on Uncle Rob looks like me and my friend working on cars 😆Work and quote sentences from childhood broadcasts Funny to see that it's no different on the other side of the world😂👌🏼

[@ACLz28]

Are we just going to completely ignore that beautiful moose knuckle at 2:44 or can we all just appreciate it and say how lovely it is

[@backyardbuilttrucks1]

Kind of hard to miss.

[@Beerad454]

I’m fucking dead 💀😂😂

[@Beerad454]

@@backyardbuilttrucks1 agree totally

[@mattbolduc4156]

Northern Minnesota here and YES everything is rusted out so bad. We are constantly replacing rusted break lines!! Love the content, keep it up and can't wait for more racing

[@nickfisher2060]

Whatever is easiest man! No matter what Us subscribers will still be watchin!

[@chace5249]

I grew up in Maine and when you said russticals I almost spat out my beer 😂

[@fishpony1211]

First, the chemistry between u two is awesome. I keep saying it but its great to see u guys building the trucks together. Second, i agree with the Brian dude, which is why i offered a bunch of free wiring and 411 computer when u needed it. Its not only to be a part of it but u guys are real and id like to support any way i can. Third, if u made it this far ur a legend and i just wanted to say thanks again for the great content!

[@wesleypaulsen5607]

I watch a lot of car youtubers. It seems like if you do what you want to do it seems to work out and this channel is a good example of that from race week to yellow belly if you like it I watch it.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man

[@overindulgent]

Y'all will be the best parents! The way y'all deal with that crappy situation is hilarious.

[@Stapleton42]

Hahahaha

[@deancurry8841]

Brian's right! Your right, its the peoples truck now. We all living this journey to get back to the peoples track.

[@FastTvOfficial]

Pensacola FL here, Like A diamond 💎in a goats 🐐ass ! And a Taco 🌮 with a hole 🕳in the middle. The 2 funniest things I've heard in a while. Length of video is fine with me I know the YT algorithm sometimes prefers they be 15 to 25 min but do what u feel is best. Thanks for the laugh today.

[@McFly-guitars-n-stuff]

I'm from Buffalo.....moved Arizona 20 years ago. I bought an old Toyota pickup. Needed a rear wheel cylinder. The bolts CAME OUT! Got to KEEP the brake line! It's like the clouds parted and the sun shone a beam of happiness on my me!

[@bigblockjess617]

From Butler. I work on rusty stuff like that every single day. Its what i do for a living.

[@Flippin-mad]

G'day from Queensland Australia. Always love your vidoes and I try comment for the algorithm every time.

[@cmawhz]

Northwest PA here, I've seen rust holes you can stick your hand through on 5 year old trucks. Uncle Rob looks great underneath to me. This is what my brother wants to do with his 03 burban so it's nice to see you go through the same process.

[@1SGTDORN]

Diesel tech in New hampshire for the age rob is that's in infinitely better condition than some of the 4-8 year old trucks we deal with. As always love the vids #longboigang4life

[@Dragonsofglory]

I hope the pups doing better :-) dogs are Amazing creatures... Keep ya head up logan

[@joshuashanahan4359]

Hell yes it’s the video I’ve been waiting for.

[@redubskie]

I’d rather have daily content because this channel is freakin awesome but whatever works in your favor. I’m going to support either way. Cant wait for the rest of this build. 🚌 💨

[@matthewjensen9550]

I can’t believe how immaculate the body is compared to the underside, I never would have guessed it was even remotely rusty. My 06 Silverado was originally a Texas truck, but it’s lived in Ontario since 07 so she’s got her fair share of rust

[@micahbuchheit1283]

Being gracious is way different than begging for shit. I feel the same way though.

[@badgerpa9]

Live in the rust belt and that truck looks pretty good yet.

[@Stapleton42]

That’s what I’m sayin!

[@Domo-fn5zn]

Man Stapleton I started watching you at the start of Rock Mountain Raceweek months ago and you've come so far. Everything keeps getting better and better!

[@angusphelps1986]

Definitely let people help you out it makes people feel good

[@tuckeroyster1249]

So glad yiur getting the lsxcalade back! The break you took was cool and a change in content but i love seeing things that aernt supposed to be fast whoop the hell outta people who think they're fast, your litterally that meme "when you think you're fast than this happens"

[@firefighter494]

I laughed way to hard at Ruger filling up the diaper. Knoxville,TN btw

[@Stapleton42]

Hahahaha

[@SIboy4life1]

Ayeeee knoxville represent!!!

[@mustanggamer4054]

First question you asked, is that yes I do work on rusty things, im from the not so great state of Illinois. Second ine is that Brian is correct. Third thing is that I like the longer videos every other day. Thanks for the epic videos

[@Rskt4thbskt]

Do what makes your life easier dude we will still watch your videos

[@nathansmith4950]

Yea boy uncle Rob, the lift,and dog ass whipping talk..man ur killing it..lol.keep it up dale..u 2 are a good crew..

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man. It’s fun

[@crazylarryjr]

I wouldn't have a problem with free stuff, I'd definitely make sure to credit them for it

[@chancesteffens5456]

I love you guys' realism! I'm very similar in using many movie/show references from everywhere haha. I knew exactly what references you guys were making. Definitely one of my favorite subscriptions!

[@coltonpeare1917]

I did the top and bottom on a socket set i got from the school I'm in. Its saved me some frustration over the last couple months.

[@justicewrx]

I'm so ready for uncle rob to rip at Yellow Belly

[@Stapleton42]

Dude same

[@brandonbrown3980]

Same

[@justicewrx]

Out here in KCMO we see a lot of 2000-now trucks with rusted cranks like that.

[@Usmc913]

I'm in KC too and my silverado 2500 looks like this.

[@justicewrx]

@@Usmc913 yup. My mom drives a 2017 suburban and it's starting to get a little bit of it. Just the way she goes

[@Usmc913]

@@justicewrx pretty much. Our weather is so fucked it's not surprising. Just like that snow two days ago.

[@justicewrx]

@@Usmc913 yeah I drove my rwd car in the snow to school and it wasn't fun lol

[@Usmc913]

@@justicewrx I thought about taking my vette out but didn't want to deal with washing it after lol.

[@chrischamness5400]

I know it’s 2 years later but this is one of my favorite playlists I’ve watched so far that and the Ralph videos. From Kentucky btw since you asked in the video. About an hour from Bowling Green. We regularly attend events at Beech Bend Raceway.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man! Uncle rob actually has a new engine in the works so he will be coming back better than ever

[@chrischamness5400]

@@Stapleton42 hell yeah! At home with my son today out sick from school and watching part two of the 4L80 build right now

[@gregevans402]

Got into a motorcycle wreck last week now 10 weeks with my feet up been watching your videos for a while and keep up the good work I have a 1970 El Camino methanol " Street car" I'm building

[@Woodsbobby1]

Omg I just recently had back surgery and when you said it looks like a soft taco I about died from the pain in my back from laughing so hard.

[@Stapleton42]

Hahahaha I’m sorry dude 😂😂😂

[@256life6]

Gadsden alabama here. And hell a 10 min video a day would be kewl

[@kianagonsalves1970]

I love you guys together !! Keep doing what your doing 😇🥳

[@hellkat600]

I'm in Indiana now, but I used to live in Dallas. I was scrolling through KZbin one night and saw one of your Yello Belly vids, so I had to watch it. I used to go there years ago, and that brought back a ton of memories. Love watching your vids... You have the same sarcastic sense if humor that I have.

[@sackedoutgt8575]

upstate NY farm country just south of lake Champlain. The rust is super strong up here. I kno the struggle. Been fixing peoples rusty junk for almost 15 years 🤮

[@daniellutz818]

People from the north east need a “Rust life” sticker instead of salt life. I’m from upstate New York. Totally understand the rust.

[@sirmonkey1985]

yup both of my trucks spent most of their lives in canada(both are from 1997) and look even worse than uncle Rob does. pretty sure the rust is the only thing holding both trucks together at this point.

[@drutang]

born n raised Dallas. Brian is right💯👍🏼👍🏼 great teamwork you two!!

[@TheOrigonalTiny]

I'm from Michigan but now living in Kentucky and its soooooooooo much better...

[@MoleDoesStuff]

Some people help by buying a t shirt. Some people help by having a part. A lot of people just want to belong somewhere. We see your passion, we see a part of ourselves there. I wish I had a garage or a place to just go help people working on this kind of stuff. I would definitely watch less youtube. Real will recognize real, that is why I want to help.

[@dezldave961]

Honestly, just help a neighbor doing a random driveway project (if they're friendly), and the projects start to multiply. I lived off many pizzas and 12-packs as payment like that for a side gig.

[@MoleDoesStuff]

@@dezldave961 I always try and help when I can. Not a lot of folks wrenching in my apartment complex. But I am planning to get out of here soon anyways, so I will be looking out for some like minded folk. Trying to rebuild the communities we have lost in the age of social media. I appreciate the advice, cheers to that!

[@williamuskoski1385]

This was very very well said 🤘🤘

[@ShutErDownBud]

20 seconds into the intro and this is gonna be a good one

[@derekleclair8787]

Keep up the great work really like the dynamic of the channel. I feel the same way every time I work on a gm truck, hate every part of it, but feels good to be done.

[@amib327]

Omg the writing on the boxes, genius! I will be doing this tomorrow

[@Todd_S]

I grew up in Maine. Living in Utah nearly twenty years.

[@bennyhelgeson401]

I am from Minnesota and have built four frame off hot rods. The pile of rusted metal cut out of projects is astounding. Very tough to weld new metal to old rusty metal. Road salt makes even late model cars rust way too fast.

[@rickmarin1265]

I like the long ones myself, gives me a little time to relax when I watch lol :) :)

[@rontronnesjr]

Rochester, NY - My 2010 GMC Sierra can relate to Uncle Rob's state of oxidation. LOL You're pretty lucky to have a girlfriend that enjoys turning wrenches. Not to mention her sarcastic sense of humor rocks!

[@jasonthimsen8623]

Minnesota here.. thats very clean for me.. our stuff is worse

[@MrNativebear]

I'm from the Salt City capital of United States of America upstate New York ! Off lake Ontario next to Syracuse tha land of salt roads! An the lifesavor candy.

[@bobmcnelis3648]

Used to live in Pulaski, I know the rust, I lived it too!

[@garysimpalow7467]

Wisconsin is watching... always here to be exact. That was just surface rust compared to the north lol. 😆 🤣 😂

[@SuperChevy71]

I'm from northern indiana, watching the uncle rob build has got me into starting my daily 03 silverado turbo build. Cant wait to see uncle rob finished

[@jamessiddons7311]

I think your girlfriend as turned enough wrenches and payed her dues to the race car gods she deserves her own race car build a caddy cts? Or Tahoe?

[@Stapleton42]

I think we’re gonna get her a tahoe 👀

[@christopherhuber7428]

Mr. Mitchell & Ms. Logan another great video I think. I love wrenching on cars. I only have 1 and it doesn't break much so I enjoy watching others do it. That's how I feel involved. So many burns back and forth. Hilarious content I think. Not when your pissed but the back and forth and end it with a Suck It is great.

[@tylerwinland3531]

Let me build you a driveshaft! It’s what I do for a living! Love all the videos man, Burbans and Tahoe’s are my thing!

[@elijahbaker8248]

Do whatever makes life easier for u, im going to watch no matter what, so it don't matter if the video is 25 mins or 50.

[@krazymann15]

AAAAAnd this is why I like you guys. Some honest straight up people. I would feel weird getting free stuff myself, but the guy is right and you now have a lot of people that partake in your shenanigans. but, GOOD GAWD that butt stamp. Poor guy

[@kentuckianaman3770]

Yes it makes since. Good tip and something to remember.

[@nikogauna3733]

Good timing... Been bored AF all day. Much love from Michigan. Can't wait to see uncle Rob at yellow belly.

[@Stapleton42]

Thanks man I am excited too

[@Frwossty660]

Honestly brother, 2 twenty minute videos would be just as good as a single 50. I enjoy all the content put out by you as you already know that. And would enjoy either way you put the videos out id watch them all..

[@sl0w.c0y0te5]

Love the longer videos and south west Pennsylvania here rust is a way of life.

[@dirtayk6742]

Damn, looking under uncle Rob makes me thankful for my Yukon from California. 250,000 miles and still looks new underneath.

[@shaunshaunk9297]

Let them donate if they want . Don't feel weird about help . We all enjoy helping others👉👍👈👍👍

[@NICKGAR7]

The frickin dog lead got up it’s crack! Hilarious! Forget the driveshaft. Love it how you give an explanation of shorting out the battery and Logan says ‘cool’ Nick from the U.K. 2 x short videos preferred Good to accept free stuff cos people genuinely want to assist. Have a good weekend

[@dsshowerpan]

Love it when notifications work and I can see it right away. So much info and good stuff.

[@Stapleton42]

I’m glad they work too 🤟🏻

[@dsshowerpan]

Alta Loma, CA about 20 min from Irwindale, Pomona and Fontana dragstrips. 25 min every day would be friggin amazing.

[@metcalf853]

A. From the good ol Kansas City Missouri 👌 ( question to do you know anyone in the area who has reliable work with SBC V8's?) B. To be completely honest man video length, "work smarter not harder" that's what I was always taught we all will back you up 110% thank you for all the content and hope the pup has a good recovery man 🇺🇸🦅

[@Brother2Jis_27s4]

I'm lead tech at a shop in Cleveland, so I see a lot of that rotted stuff. Been at it for 12 years professionally. Oxy acetylene torch is your best friend, I promise... If you can fix the rustiest of rusty then everything else is so friggin easy. When I went to Florida and was helping people at a shop remove a press in hub bearing with a torch and air hammer, they were blown away that you dont need a hydraulic press for removal.

[@lowbudgetjdm]

Northern Indiana here this is daily for me coming from Florida to rust was wild 🤣 makes you work twice as hard

[@Reject06]

hell yeah was watching some older vids and a new one popped up! it's a good day

[@Stapleton42]

Ayyy!

[@theaudioguy2923]

Its Cool to let people do what makes them feel good, just smile and say thanx..ya know...

[@mattr8128]

I'm in the New England area and I work on rust like this often. Tip for you... toss your rusted nut / bolt in some brake fluid. It'll get rid of the surface rust and bring it sort back to "new" condition.

[@JackTheSnack.]

From Ontario Canada. I work at a GM dealer. All the stuff is nice and full of the rusticles LMAO. Love the videos keep em coming man. Also the skid plate I'm almost certain is also a Z71 thing on older GMCs. Also the reverse direction of the bolts is just a thing. I always wondered why it was like that as well. First time I see that double nut bracket too but I don't work on as many suburban/Tahoe's. Mostly just pickup trucks