vandert

Have a 99 4Runner auto that I found local for 1500 bucks with auto 4wd everything it's totaled but was rear ended so the engine and everything is good.

I have a 302 I was planning on putting in and I love the aspect of that power, but I want the cruise to work, etc.. Is the power increase from a 3.0 to a 3.4 that great?

I mean will I be wanting to supercharge it within the first few months after I go to 37's and Solid axle?

Ultimately I want to put the new engine in and Forget about it, then focus on my SAS, and dialing the suspension etc. in and be able to make frequent drives from Florida to La, and to Vi like 2 times a year, should I go with the Toyota setup all the way through, I guess less chances of breaking axles this way, as opposed to the torque from the v8, it's just if I'm going to put that much work into it, do I really want ot stay with a v6?

So, guys that Have swapped, why did you choose the 3.4 over a v8? Or over a Domestic v8? I don't want to go through it, and not be happy with it once I'm done, does this make sense?

waskillywabbit

iTrader: (-1)

Putting it in what? All your Toyotas say "sold"

Your thread was moved to fix your title.

3.4 is reliable and has plenty of power. Swapping one now into a 90 2 door 4Runner.

MaK92-4RnR

theres hundreds of threads on swapping the motor... they certainly aren't swapping it because its a crap motor.

vandert

Hahaha Wabbit, into my 92 4Runner with the 208k 3.0

vital22re

iTrader: (2)

I'm super charging my swap now... But to be honest.. i've also got added wieght from custom bumpers and sliders.

vandert

Well that's my delimma, are you the exception because I'm going to be SAS, big armour bumper's with tire carrier in the back, and 37's shortly after the swap, I run 4.56's now and with the auto on the highway it won't be too bad right after intial swap, downright quick probably, but my goal is for 80 mph on Cruise with 37's, A/C on and not be searchng for gears constantly on the Highway without haveing to gear the crap out of it you know?

It will cost me more initially to do the 3.4 over the 302, but not convinced either way even though I have a 302 sitting in my garage right now...

Elton

ya don't ruin it keep it toyota

RobD

I like my 3.4, but my goals weren't as lofty as yours. It turns my 33s with ease with the stock 4.10 gears.

If you're going as big as 37s, though, the V8 might be the better choice, but keep in mind all the extra adapters and fab work you're going to need to do, not to mention upgrading your rear axle and driveshafts to handle the extra twist of the engine.

Just my 2 cents.

vital22re

iTrader: (2)

look up mod tofer. He and i did a 3.4 swap in his red 4runner that is sas'd arb'd front and rear and its 35's right now.. he'd be able to tell you more since he's already almost there.

wii_tarded

I want a few pics when you get done with it....

4x4jeffyota

302 baby!!!! i plan on putting one in mine

vital22re

iTrader: (2)

I like to keep my toyota a toyota... 3.4 bolts in.. dont need to move mounts. If dont clean it looks like it originally came like that. And it just feel gosh darn reliable.

4x4jeffyota

I love my Toyota, but I'm a Ford man through and through

RobD

I'm sorry to hear that. They have therapy for that condition.

bigarms23

go with the 3.4 thats a good price for everything you need

4x4jeffyota

whats wrong with ford? seriously. Oh, im sorry your from Canada, they dont have therapy for that, you should just drop dead

Toreador

ford's no good dude. . .

and i think you meant to type "you're"

robd obviously was busting on you for repping ford in a yota forum just like anyone else would do out of playful humor

don't go insulting the guy

vandert has a legit question
i'm curious to know if the 3.4 would be enough as well. . .

vandert

Yeah, drug my feet and that engine is gone, still have 2 302's though, and now a 5.3 out of a 04 Chevy is on the table with the tranny and transfer case.

Guess I'm going to wait, and then when I have CASH - don't want to put it on a credit card which is what I was going to do, I will buy what is availiable

whokrz

The 3.4 is a good motor I drove one to 200k with out any issues, when I sold the 4runner it ran great and passed smog. Compared to the 3.0 it is miles above in gas mileage and power, however it isn't a V8. There is also the Lexus 1uz, it is a 4.0 V8 that gets good mileage.

yodathespian87

I agree with Whokrz, I'm finishing up my 3.4 swap and the next one is going to be a 1uz cause my 94 sc400 has some balls! I can jump on it and I'm gone. But for either swa get the entire donor vehicle. As there are lots of little pieces that you end up needing.