4.0 VVTI swap to replace 3.SLOW

HupDogDaddy · 08-01-2009, 09:45 PM

I really love my 95 4Runner but at almost 200K I know its only a matter of time. I thought about doing the 4.3 chevy swap and even a 350 but after thinking about it I would like to put one of the newer 4.0 Toyota motors in as a replacement. Now for the big questions --- will my 5 spd bolt up to the 4.0 ?? or is this swap impossible ? I really don't know and I haven't seen anyone talk of it or attempt it. I DO NOT want a 3.4 so don't even bring it up not gonna go there. I am looking for something much more current. I have come across a few salvage powerplants at a reasonable price so --- If you know tell me the good and the bad about this idea!

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**DeathCougar** · 08-02-2009, 09:13 AM

First hurdle you need to overcome is the oil pan. Unless you know how to fabricate aluminum and steel oil pans, you might want to just let it go. And whats wrong with the 3.4 swap? Lots of power, boost potential, aftermarket support, reliable, and it fits without any welding required. Am I missing something?

HupDogDaddy · 08-02-2009, 10:46 AM

Ok so suppose I do need to fab a new pan. That seems like small taters. Will it fit is the biggie?? what about the tranny?will I need to find one to go with the new motor? What would be the best choice with my 4 runner?

vital22re · 08-02-2009, 12:48 PM

i believe you need the matching tranny and an adapter to use your transfer case or one from a 22re because the transfer from the 4.0 dumps the driveline for the front diff on teh driver side. Then you gotta think about exhuast routing and all the wiring involved. and your fuel delivery. I have heard of a guy throwing one in his 97 taco but he ended up goin with a bigger motor. good luck with your research.

scuba · 08-02-2009, 12:58 PM

There is a pretty good thread on this site about a 4.0 swap.

Search and you shall find.

HupDogDaddy · 08-02-2009, 02:52 PM

So -- help me out here I looked and dint find nuthin. I even used the search func and came up ____.

RMA · 08-02-2009, 03:23 PM

heres one .. good luck if you decide to do it..
http://www.yotatech.com/f2/swapping-...3-0l-v6-53160/

**4x4Fink** · 08-02-2009, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RMA

heres one .. good luck if you decide to do it..
http://www.yotatech.com/f2/swapping-...3-0l-v6-53160/

That is the one to read.

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RobD · 08-02-2009, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeathCougar

First hurdle you need to overcome is the oil pan. Unless you know how to fabricate aluminum and steel oil pans, you might want to just let it go. And whats wrong with the 3.4 swap? Lots of power, boost potential, aftermarket support, reliable, and it fits without any welding required. Am I missing something?

That's pretty much was I was going to post last night, but figured I was

Now some men, you just can't reach...

RMA · 08-02-2009, 03:58 PM

oil pan .. Suspension Lift ..

Now lets help this guy get this thing started ..

It can be done but you really have to want it brother!!!

scuba · 08-02-2009, 04:22 PM

I want a 4L in my single cab .....

HupDogDaddy · 08-02-2009, 08:25 PM

I would like to have one too but If it's gonna take re-inventing nuclear power -- fugettaboutit. I was thinking it might not be too bad-- guess i thunk wrong - huh. If i want a 4.0 too bad I'll just go buy a new FJC.
HMMM now the SBC don't sound so bad after all.

scuba · 08-02-2009, 10:47 PM

3.4 or 1-2UZ are a bit more common..

HupDogDaddy · 08-03-2009, 10:21 AM

Well the reason for inquiring in the first place is I would like to be able to tow my dog trailer with my runner. the 3.Slow just aint got enough guts. So i need something with some low down grunt.

08-02-2009, 10:46 AM	#3 (permalink)
HupDogDaddy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cowtown Tx. Posts: 34	Ok so suppose I do need to fab a new pan. That seems like small taters. Will it fit is the biggie?? what about the tranny?will I need to find one to go with the new motor? What would be the best choice with my 4 runner? __________________ "Everyone should believe in something -- I believe I'll go hunting!"

08-02-2009, 12:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
vital22re Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: kirkland washington Posts: 683	i believe you need the matching tranny and an adapter to use your transfer case or one from a 22re because the transfer from the 4.0 dumps the driveline for the front diff on teh driver side. Then you gotta think about exhuast routing and all the wiring involved. and your fuel delivery. I have heard of a guy throwing one in his 97 taco but he ended up goin with a bigger motor. good luck with your research. __________________ 92 toyota truck 3.4 5spd 4.56 gears magna flow cat and muffler2 1/4 piping isr mod to intake 1.5 bjsfront add a leafs and 2inch lift shackles rear rancho shocks all around sitting on 265/75/r16 nitto terra grapplers

08-02-2009, 12:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
scuba Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Temecula, Or on the rocks Posts: 6,968	There is a pretty good thread on this site about a 4.0 swap. Search and you shall find. __________________ Screw you guys I'm goin to TTORA Mods, please be mature and leave my sig alone, thanks. No, I will not be your friend.

08-02-2009, 02:52 PM	#6 (permalink)
HupDogDaddy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cowtown Tx. Posts: 34	So -- help me out here I looked and dint find nuthin. I even used the search func and came up ____. __________________ "Everyone should believe in something -- I believe I'll go hunting!"

08-02-2009, 03:23 PM	#7 (permalink)
RMA Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Jose ,Ca Posts: 1,132	heres one .. good luck if you decide to do it.. http://www.yotatech.com/f2/swapping-...3-0l-v6-53160/ __________________ '89 2wd X-tracab,W55,22re,My DD '94 SR5 4Runner 4x4,A340H, 3VZE,Alpine deck,Wifes DD '88 SR5 4runner ,A341E,1UZ-FE,kenwoodVZ907, XRC8, Homemade Roof rack.33x10.50,15 KM2 1" home made body lift, BJ spacers ,CB, rear disc brakes ,lockright rear.sky ebrake,truetrac front. My swap thread http://www.yotatech.com/f161/1uz-fe-...0-3vze-185324/

08-02-2009, 03:58 PM	#10 (permalink)
RMA Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Jose ,Ca Posts: 1,132	oil pan .. Suspension Lift .. Now lets help this guy get this thing started .. It can be done but you really have to want it brother!!! __________________ '89 2wd X-tracab,W55,22re,My DD '94 SR5 4Runner 4x4,A340H, 3VZE,Alpine deck,Wifes DD '88 SR5 4runner ,A341E,1UZ-FE,kenwoodVZ907, XRC8, Homemade Roof rack.33x10.50,15 KM2 1" home made body lift, BJ spacers ,CB, rear disc brakes ,lockright rear.sky ebrake,truetrac front. My swap thread http://www.yotatech.com/f161/1uz-fe-...0-3vze-185324/

08-02-2009, 04:22 PM	#11 (permalink)
scuba Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Temecula, Or on the rocks Posts: 6,968	I want a 4L in my single cab ..... __________________ Screw you guys I'm goin to TTORA Mods, please be mature and leave my sig alone, thanks. No, I will not be your friend.

08-02-2009, 08:25 PM	#12 (permalink)
HupDogDaddy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cowtown Tx. Posts: 34	I would like to have one too but If it's gonna take re-inventing nuclear power -- fugettaboutit. I was thinking it might not be too bad-- guess i thunk wrong - huh. If i want a 4.0 too bad I'll just go buy a new FJC. HMMM now the SBC don't sound so bad after all. __________________ "Everyone should believe in something -- I believe I'll go hunting!"

08-02-2009, 10:47 PM	#13 (permalink)
scuba Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Temecula, Or on the rocks Posts: 6,968	3.4 or 1-2UZ are a bit more common.. __________________ Screw you guys I'm goin to TTORA Mods, please be mature and leave my sig alone, thanks. No, I will not be your friend.

08-03-2009, 10:21 AM	#14 (permalink)
HupDogDaddy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cowtown Tx. Posts: 34	Well the reason for inquiring in the first place is I would like to be able to tow my dog trailer with my runner. the 3.Slow just aint got enough guts. So i need something with some low down grunt. __________________ "Everyone should believe in something -- I believe I'll go hunting!"

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