Found a 3.4L!! Finally doing a swap!

Belize Off Road Team · 07-02-2008, 12:38 PM

Well i went to my friend who owns a junkyard and asked him for a starter for my 3.0L. And he was not there only a worker and he said "no, only for the 3.4" and i said what 3.4? and low and behold a new vehicle arrived. a 98 4Runner 3.4L V6 (no RR diff lock

). So i am waiting for the call tonight to see how much he wants and if it is within a good range then i will start next week!

So i have a few questions for people who have done this.
where is there a link to a very good/informative swap write-up
it is from an Automatic 98, what problems can i expect with my 5 speed?
i have no body lift, what problems can i expect?
how much is a TRD S/C either 1st or 2nd gen?
What performance items can be done for the 3.4 in a 91?
Can a snorkel still be bought and used?
Should I buy a TRD or K&N air filter?
What else should i get to achive peak performance? such as ISR and what not.

I was about to dye from excitment. So i have my fingers crossed that i can finally do a 3.4L swap and S/C in the future.
Any and all help will be appreciated.
-Phyl

Belize Off Road Team · 07-02-2008, 12:46 PM

Also how do I roll back the KM's on my gauges?

BAMF_CT2004 · 07-02-2008, 12:47 PM

look in the 3.4 swap section for info and some searching will get you answers. going from an auto to 5sp will require you to repin the harness or get a 5spd harness and you will need to aquire a 5sp ecu regardless.

fillsrunner4 · 07-02-2008, 12:54 PM

"Quote" Well i went to my friend who owns a junkyard and asked him for a starter for my 3.0L. And he was not there only a worker and he said "no, only for the 3.4" and i said what 3.4? and low and behold a new vehicle arrived. a 98 4Runner 3.4L V6 (no RR diff lock

). So i am waiting for the call tonight to see how much he wants and if it is within a good range then i will start next week!

So i have a few questions for people who have done this.
where is there a link to a very good/informative swap write-up
Ive got some info on my thread and there are tons out there on the topic. I think you need to search more to be honest cause all these questions have been answered here or on the web.
it is from an Automatic 98, what problems can i expect with my 5 speed?
Youll have to trick the comp to thinking the trany is in neutral I believe that or convert the haness and ecu to s manual one. search yahoo on a 3.4 speed swap and you should be able to find info on it. I saw a guy with a Taco do it once using the Auto comp.
i have no body lift, what problems can i expect?
Youll have to cut the hood but truly no big deal
how much is a TRD S/C either 1st or 2nd gen?
about 1000 to 3000 depending on where you get it from
What performance items can be done for the 3.4 in a 91?
Intake, exhaust, headers, S/C, gearing, cams, ect
Can a snorkel still be bought and used?
Ide say get one for the 3.4 and mod it to fit your truck. That or make your own thus saving some cash

Should I buy a TRD or K&N air filter?
Neither, Amsoil or AEM IMO
What else should i get to achive peak performance? such as ISR and what not.

I was about to dye from excitment. So i have my fingers crossed that i can finally do a 3.4L swap and S/C in the future.
Any and all help will be appreciated.
-Phy

fillsrunner4 · 07-02-2008, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Belize Off Road Team

Also how do I roll back the KM's on my gauges?

Take the gauge cluster out and take the cover off it and turn it back.

Belize Off Road Team · 07-02-2008, 12:57 PM

Thank you, i just found the 3.4L swap section, if i have anymore questions i'll let you know. Thanks again.

**4x4Fink** · 07-02-2008, 01:04 PM

There are a ton of threads that cover all of this stuff, but fillsrunner was nice enough to point out the general answers.

This thread will be of great value to you...

This thread will be good too...

This is one of THE best threads out there for a swap...

Good luck on your journey...if I had kept my 2nd gen longer than I did, I definitely would have done the same thing.

Fink

**4x4Fink** · 07-02-2008, 01:14 PM

Moved to 3.4 Swaps

Fink

Belize Off Road Team · 07-02-2008, 01:42 PM

Those are ok links, but are there any that focas 100% on engine swap only, not tranny and t-case.

Belize Off Road Team · 07-02-2008, 02:11 PM

Ok, well i got someone who will help me put it in and hook it up. But are there any mods that i will have to do to make the speedo work? or will it just work? I tried searching but there is too much chatter and too much tranny and t-case talk that nothing about the motor is really spoken about. And does anybody know what i would have to do to the 98 Auto ECU to make it work on my 91 manual? or am i 100% going to have to find a manual ecu.

What mods to my truck am i going to have to do? Such as things for the headers, or ECU, or wireing, or rad. or anything at all?

toy power · 07-02-2008, 02:34 PM

dude have you actually read through those links?? between them they cover all of the questions you've asked

fillsrunner4 · 07-02-2008, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Belize Off Road Team

Ok, well i got someone who will help me put it in and hook it up. But are there any mods that i will have to do to make the speedo work? or will it just work? I tried searching but there is too much chatter and too much tranny and t-case talk that nothing about the motor is really spoken about. And does anybody know what i would have to do to the 98 Auto ECU to make it work on my 91 manual? or am i 100% going to have to find a manual ecu.

What mods to my truck am i going to have to do? Such as things for the headers, or ECU, or wireing, or rad. or anything at all?

This info is so out there man!

Youll need to make or have made a crosover for the headers or stock manafold as the 3.4 manifold with stock crossover will not fit.

Wiring is cake if you can wire otherwise I sugest ORS's kit and you should definetly check out there site if you want to do this swap if you havent already. They sell kits. They are expensive but good quality. I did mine without it and am glad I did however if you lack wiring skills then youll need it.
If you can wire then get the schematics for both exact yr/model of motor's and start reading!

The stock 3.0 radiator will work perfectly.

Like I also stated before the Auto ecu needs to be tricked into thinking its in neutral. Theres a good site off this forum. Search toyota tacoma and 5speed swaps and you can find it im sure somewere.
Not sure much on the speedo but but its truly somthing that will take you minuets once you figure out what you need for it.

This is a very easy swap. It will bolt right to your origanal 3.0 motor mounts and 5speed tranny. As for wiring it basiacly need to give power to the ECU and the two plugs under the dash need to be spliced into the 2 plugs on the 3.4 engine harness. The two plugs to the dash are located on the pass side under the dash behind the glovebox.

Search cause believe me this info is here.

Belize Off Road Team · 07-03-2008, 06:25 AM

Thanks for that help fillsrunner4. That helped me alot. I am going to see him today and hope he gives me a good deal cause it's by birthday. I'll post up when i get back this afternoon.

**4x4Fink** · 07-03-2008, 06:44 AM

Happy Birthday man!

It sounds like fillsrunner is going to be your best friend in this deal, he's a walking Wikipedia.

Fink

Belize Off Road Team · 07-03-2008, 06:46 AM

LMAO, then i guess he will be my best friend if/when i get the engine.
Thanks for the birthday comment, 20 years old seems so old, lol.

**4x4Fink** · 07-03-2008, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Belize Off Road Team

LMAO, then i guess he will be my best friend if/when i get the engine.
Thanks for the birthday comment, 20 years old seems so old, lol.

I don't have much on you, but 20 is not old.

Fink

***waskillywabbit*** · 07-03-2008, 08:05 AM

Tons of info in the 3.4 section and you will have to read between the chatter, so PLEASE learn to search for yourself. At 20 you should be able to search on your own.

Hell, I got shoes older than you.

3.4 engine in shop worth 10 in junkyard.

Good luck with your swap...YOU will need it.

07-02-2008, 12:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,369	Found a 3.4L!! Finally doing a swap! Well i went to my friend who owns a junkyard and asked him for a starter for my 3.0L. And he was not there only a worker and he said "no, only for the 3.4" and i said what 3.4? and low and behold a new vehicle arrived. a 98 4Runner 3.4L V6 (no RR diff lock ). So i am waiting for the call tonight to see how much he wants and if it is within a good range then i will start next week! So i have a few questions for people who have done this. where is there a link to a very good/informative swap write-up it is from an Automatic 98, what problems can i expect with my 5 speed? i have no body lift, what problems can i expect? how much is a TRD S/C either 1st or 2nd gen? What performance items can be done for the 3.4 in a 91? Can a snorkel still be bought and used? Should I buy a TRD or K&N air filter? What else should i get to achive peak performance? such as ISR and what not. I was about to dye from excitment. So i have my fingers crossed that i can finally do a 3.4L swap and S/C in the future. Any and all help will be appreciated. -Phyl __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 192,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-02-2008, 12:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,369	Also how do I roll back the KM's on my gauges? __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 192,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-02-2008, 12:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
BAMF_CT2004 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Oak Lawn, IL Posts: 348	look in the 3.4 swap section for info and some searching will get you answers. going from an auto to 5sp will require you to repin the harness or get a 5spd harness and you will need to aquire a 5sp ecu regardless. __________________ Let me tell you what Melba Toast is packin' right here, all right. We got 4:11 Positrac outback, 750 double pumper, Edelbrock intake, bored over 30, 11 to 1 pop-up pistons, turbo-jet 390 horsepower. We're talkin' some muscle.

07-02-2008, 12:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
fillsrunner4 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sammamish, wa Posts: 2,363	"Quote" Well i went to my friend who owns a junkyard and asked him for a starter for my 3.0L. And he was not there only a worker and he said "no, only for the 3.4" and i said what 3.4? and low and behold a new vehicle arrived. a 98 4Runner 3.4L V6 (no RR diff lock ). So i am waiting for the call tonight to see how much he wants and if it is within a good range then i will start next week! So i have a few questions for people who have done this. where is there a link to a very good/informative swap write-up Ive got some info on my thread and there are tons out there on the topic. I think you need to search more to be honest cause all these questions have been answered here or on the web. it is from an Automatic 98, what problems can i expect with my 5 speed? Youll have to trick the comp to thinking the trany is in neutral I believe that or convert the haness and ecu to s manual one. search yahoo on a 3.4 speed swap and you should be able to find info on it. I saw a guy with a Taco do it once using the Auto comp. i have no body lift, what problems can i expect? Youll have to cut the hood but truly no big deal how much is a TRD S/C either 1st or 2nd gen? about 1000 to 3000 depending on where you get it from What performance items can be done for the 3.4 in a 91? Intake, exhaust, headers, S/C, gearing, cams, ect Can a snorkel still be bought and used? Ide say get one for the 3.4 and mod it to fit your truck. That or make your own thus saving some cash Should I buy a TRD or K&N air filter? Neither, Amsoil or AEM IMO What else should i get to achive peak performance? such as ISR and what not. I was about to dye from excitment. So i have my fingers crossed that i can finally do a 3.4L swap and S/C in the future. Any and all help will be appreciated. -Phy __________________ 94' toyota 4runner (Many a change!) purchased bone stock, NOW... SAS, 37x14" Iroks, Rear Leafs, 5.29's , Air locked front, Welded rear, 4.3L, Chevy V6 , 5spd swapped, dual T/C's MC10R10, flatbelly with custom skids, sliders, and so much more. Might as well start reading this if ya want know more Fillsrunner4 3.4crawler Build Thread Fillsrunner4.3 crawler (Part Two) build thread

07-02-2008, 12:57 PM	#6 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,369	Thank you, i just found the 3.4L swap section, if i have anymore questions i'll let you know. Thanks again. __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 192,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-02-2008, 01:04 PM	#7 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 4,676	There are a ton of threads that cover all of this stuff, but fillsrunner was nice enough to point out the general answers. This thread will be of great value to you... This thread will be good too... This is one of THE best threads out there for a swap... Good luck on your journey...if I had kept my 2nd gen longer than I did, I definitely would have done the same thing. Fink __________________ Black 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA Last edited by 4x4Fink : 07-02-2008 at 01:13 PM.

07-02-2008, 01:14 PM	#8 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 4,676	Moved to 3.4 Swaps Fink __________________ Black 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA

07-02-2008, 01:42 PM	#9 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,369	Those are ok links, but are there any that focas 100% on engine swap only, not tranny and t-case. __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 192,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-02-2008, 02:11 PM	#10 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,369	Ok, well i got someone who will help me put it in and hook it up. But are there any mods that i will have to do to make the speedo work? or will it just work? I tried searching but there is too much chatter and too much tranny and t-case talk that nothing about the motor is really spoken about. And does anybody know what i would have to do to the 98 Auto ECU to make it work on my 91 manual? or am i 100% going to have to find a manual ecu. What mods to my truck am i going to have to do? Such as things for the headers, or ECU, or wireing, or rad. or anything at all? __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 192,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-02-2008, 02:34 PM	#11 (permalink)
toy power Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 167	dude have you actually read through those links?? between them they cover all of the questions you've asked

07-03-2008, 06:25 AM	#13 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,369	Thanks for that help fillsrunner4. That helped me alot. I am going to see him today and hope he gives me a good deal cause it's by birthday. I'll post up when i get back this afternoon. __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 192,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-03-2008, 06:44 AM	#14 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 4,676	Happy Birthday man! It sounds like fillsrunner is going to be your best friend in this deal, he's a walking Wikipedia. Fink __________________ Black 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA

07-03-2008, 06:46 AM	#15 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,369	LMAO, then i guess he will be my best friend if/when i get the engine. Thanks for the birthday comment, 20 years old seems so old, lol. __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 192,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

07-03-2008, 08:05 AM	#17 (permalink)
*waskillywabbit* Sponsoring Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 11,478	Tons of info in the 3.4 section and you will have to read between the chatter, so PLEASE learn to search for yourself. At 20 you should be able to search on your own. Hell, I got shoes older than you. 3.4 engine in shop worth 10 in junkyard. Good luck with your swap...YOU will need it. __________________ WabFab Off-Road, LLC www.myspace.com/wabfab FOR SALE: 1987 4Runner GRAY FOR SALE: 1987 4Runner RED 6th Annual South East 4Runner Jamboree, May 22-25, 2009