2002 4.3 into 88 4runner

akarocket · 09-16-2008, 06:47 AM

I am getting started with my 4.3 install. I am slowly gathering parts. The engine is a 2002 4.3 Vortec with 30000 miles. I am using a Howell engine harness and computer. Going to mate that to a TH350 and then use a Advance Adapters to the Toyota case.

I got the TH350 all done. Rebuilt with a shift kit and a 2000 RPM stall converter Going to use a Lokar shifter:

Engine looks good. Now I need to start stripping off what I won't use

Cleaned up:

Waiting for my stuff from Advance Adapters to show up. Still need to figure out how I am going to do the accessories on the front. I think I might switch to a short water pump and run a drive system similar to a street rod. Otherwise, I might just get some brackets out of the salvage yard. More updates to come.

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fillsrunner4 · 09-17-2008, 11:32 PM

Looks great That motors gonna be nice in there.

Ya I think your going to have to get another water pump in there. I dont think it will fit. You might want to look into an electric fan for the front also it will free up some space. I like the taurus fans. Im using the bigger Mark VIII but the taurus fan is small and fits perfect to the toyota radiator if your gonna use that. Theyre cheap and easy to wire not to mention 2 speed and can cool to 5000 CFM

Gives you some idea of what your gonna have for space up front. Not much. I even put my radiator in the back but thats for more than just this reason

Good luck hope to see plenty of pics

akarocket · 09-18-2008, 07:13 PM

Making a little bit of progress. Found accessory brackets from a 2000 Astro Van.

Before:

After:

Notice anything missing?

I think the stock pump will fit. I guess I will find out.

More updates to come.

Adam F · 09-19-2008, 08:21 PM

No A/C?

Nice project. The 4.3 vortec is a peppy little motor. Pushes a little Astro van around quite well, should be nice in a Toyota.

akarocket · 09-20-2008, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adam F

No A/C?

Nice project. The 4.3 vortec is a peppy little motor. Pushes a little Astro van around quite well, should be nice in a Toyota.

I cut the idler bracket off the alternator side and the A/C off the other side. Need to do that because I am changing the belt routing around.

fillsrunner4 · 10-02-2008, 12:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adam F

No A/C?

Nice project. The 4.3 vortec is a peppy little motor. Pushes a little Astro van around quite well, should be nice in a Toyota.

Removing the AC pump makes a nice location for the supercharger on this motor

akarocket · 10-05-2008, 06:20 AM

Making a little progress:

texcat101 · 10-05-2008, 07:42 AM

Awesome project I am a little behind you in my 4.3 swap, so I will be watching.
I am looking for a 700r4 non electronic tranny, wish I could find used advanced adapters and output shaft - but not likely.
NWOR has some cool engine mounts and headers, Downey also has some good stuff.

akarocket · 10-05-2008, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texcat101

Awesome project I am a little behind you in my 4.3 swap, so I will be watching.
I am looking for a 700r4 non electronic tranny, wish I could find used advanced adapters and output shaft - but not likely.
NWOR has some cool engine mounts and headers, Downey also has some good stuff.

I purchased the mounts, headers, and TH350 adapter from Advanced Adapters. Find a vendor that deals with them and they can get you a hefty discount compared to their website. I went through www.rockbuggysupply.com

Excellent service!

texcat101 · 10-05-2008, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akarocket

I purchased the mounts, headers, and TH350 adapter from Advanced Adapters. Find a vendor that deals with them and they can get you a hefty discount compared to their website. I went through www.rockbuggysupply.com

Excellent service!

Thanks rocket! I will check it out. Those items are pricey!

akarocket · 10-14-2008, 04:00 PM

Motor is ready to drop in. I have got everything bolted on and ready to go. I was able to remove the oil cooler adapter from the block and screw the filter straight on.

I thought the front accessories turned out pretty well :mrgreen:

Found a 150 amp alternator from a Yukon Denali. I disassembled it and had TMCO powdercoat the case. BLING BLING!

Power steering pump is a Saginaw from a 00 Chevy truck.

March underdrive pulleys.

toy power · 10-14-2008, 04:46 PM

very cool. i couldnt live without air conditioning though

akarocket · 10-14-2008, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toy power

very cool. i couldnt live without air conditioning though

My truck lives with no doors or top from early spring to fall. I am sure there are times I will miss it.

texcat101 · 10-14-2008, 07:49 PM

Awesome 4.3! like I said I am a little behind your timeline. Keep up the good work.

akarocket · 10-19-2008, 09:04 AM

Well yesterday was productive. Started at the beginning of the OU-Kansas game and finished just as Texas was putting the final butt kicking on Misery

.

Had to severely tilt the engine to get it in there:

Almost looks like it belongs.

Plenty of room for a radiator and a fan.

Up tight against the firewall:

View from under:

Make sure and remove the bracket on the rear of the head for the 4.3 and the bracket that holds the clutch slave line. They will interfere with each other:

Adam F · 10-19-2008, 11:07 AM

That 4.3 fits VERY nicely in there.

Keep us updated. Id like to know how well it performs. What kind of HP/TQ numbers are you expecting?

fillsrunner4 · 10-19-2008, 11:43 AM

Very clean

Ide recomend getting some spark plug heat sheild wrap to go over them near the headers. I say this cause my friends gone through a few wires just cause the headers get so hot and the plugs run very close to them

Very nice

akarocket · 10-19-2008, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adam F

That 4.3 fits VERY nicely in there.

Keep us updated. Id like to know how well it performs. What kind of HP/TQ numbers are you expecting?

I am guessing with under drive pulleys, headers, exhaust, and a custom tune somewhere around 220/270

akarocket · 10-19-2008, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fillsrunner4

Very clean

Ide recomend getting some spark plug heat sheild wrap to go over them near the headers. I say this cause my friends gone through a few wires just cause the headers get so hot and the plugs run very close to them

Very nice

Ya, I need to pick some of that stuff up!

fillsrunner4 · 10-19-2008, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akarocket

Ya, I need to pick some of that stuff up!

Same here!

Looks great!

akarocket · 10-25-2008, 08:17 PM

Began working on the cooling system today.

Tru-cool radiator from Speedway and a Flex a lite fan:

Lower Mounts:

I had less room than I thought

About a 1/2" between the water pump and fan:

I went ahead and added some additional bracing on the bottom:

Top mounts, Had to test fit the hood to make sure it was going to close!

Need a upper and lower hose and its done!

(the cooling part anyway.

)

texcat101 · 12-06-2008, 05:16 PM

Hey Rocket what are you doing for radiator and fan?

akarocket · 12-07-2008, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texcat101

Hey Rocket what are you doing for radiator and fan?

Trukool radiator and Flexlite fan from Speedway

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Speedw...hevy,3557.html

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/HEAVY-...-155,1807.html

texcat101 · 12-16-2008, 03:53 PM

C'mon Rocket time for an update.

akarocket · 02-28-2009, 03:15 PM

Though I would post an update since I haven't done so in a while.

I blocked off the holes for the old A/C lines and added a Lokar transmission dipstick:

The Lokar shifter and center console is all finished:

I have started with the fuel system. I removed the fuel pump from the factory module. I tried to save the factory fitting, but is snapped off

. Now I don't know if I should just use a clamp and fuel injection hose or try to put a fitting on there and flare it? I would like to run AN lines all the way up to the fuel rail. The Pump is going to be mounted on the frame. I don't know how high of pressure the line would have before the pump? The line needs over 90 PSI after. That is the reason I am changing all of this and running larger line.

I also fabbed up a bracket for the kickdown cable and hooked up the throttle cable:

I am sure I have done more than that, but I have kinda lost track . Going to get after this in the next few weeks!

09-17-2008, 11:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
fillsrunner4 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sammamish, wa Posts: 2,724	Looks great That motors gonna be nice in there. Ya I think your going to have to get another water pump in there. I dont think it will fit. You might want to look into an electric fan for the front also it will free up some space. I like the taurus fans. Im using the bigger Mark VIII but the taurus fan is small and fits perfect to the toyota radiator if your gonna use that. Theyre cheap and easy to wire not to mention 2 speed and can cool to 5000 CFM Gives you some idea of what your gonna have for space up front. Not much. I even put my radiator in the back but thats for more than just this reason Good luck hope to see plenty of pics __________________ 94' toyota 4runner (Many a change!) purchased bone stock, NOW... SAS, 39" Iroks, Rear Leafswap, 5.29's , Air locked front, Welded rear, Chevy 4.3L V6, 5spd swap, dual T/C's MC10R10, flatbelly with custom skids, sliders, Chopped, Bobbed 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 Last edited by fillsrunner4; 09-17-2008 at 11:35 PM.

09-18-2008, 07:13 PM	#3 (permalink)
akarocket Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 77	Making a little bit of progress. Found accessory brackets from a 2000 Astro Van. Before: After: Notice anything missing? I think the stock pump will fit. I guess I will find out. More updates to come. Last edited by akarocket; 09-23-2008 at 04:00 PM.

09-19-2008, 08:21 PM	#4 (permalink)
Adam F Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Cincinnati Ohio Posts: 2,397	No A/C? Nice project. The 4.3 vortec is a peppy little motor. Pushes a little Astro van around quite well, should be nice in a Toyota. __________________ 88 4Runner. 350 V8, R150 5-speed. SAS, 36" TSL's, elocker rear

10-05-2008, 07:42 AM	#8 (permalink)
texcat101 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: W. Texas Posts: 367	Awesome project I am a little behind you in my 4.3 swap, so I will be watching. I am looking for a 700r4 non electronic tranny, wish I could find used advanced adapters and output shaft - but not likely. NWOR has some cool engine mounts and headers, Downey also has some good stuff. __________________ 85 4runner, 3" spring lift, 4Crawler 2" body lift, Precision Gear 5.29's w/power brute posi frt & rear, M/T Baja MTZ 33x12.5x15, Warn M8000 winch, Optima redtop, Marlin Crawler Front, Rear Bumpers and Sliders, Allpro crossover steering & U bolt flip, LC rotors, '94 calipers and booster. 4.3 vortec / 700r4, Megasquirt II, EDIS6

10-14-2008, 07:49 PM	#14 (permalink)
texcat101 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: W. Texas Posts: 367	Awesome 4.3! like I said I am a little behind your timeline. Keep up the good work. __________________ 85 4runner, 3" spring lift, 4Crawler 2" body lift, Precision Gear 5.29's w/power brute posi frt & rear, M/T Baja MTZ 33x12.5x15, Warn M8000 winch, Optima redtop, Marlin Crawler Front, Rear Bumpers and Sliders, Allpro crossover steering & U bolt flip, LC rotors, '94 calipers and booster. 4.3 vortec / 700r4, Megasquirt II, EDIS6

10-05-2008, 06:20 AM	#7 (permalink)
akarocket Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 77	Making a little progress:

10-14-2008, 04:00 PM	#11 (permalink)
akarocket Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 77	Motor is ready to drop in. I have got everything bolted on and ready to go. I was able to remove the oil cooler adapter from the block and screw the filter straight on. I thought the front accessories turned out pretty well :mrgreen: Found a 150 amp alternator from a Yukon Denali. I disassembled it and had TMCO powdercoat the case. BLING BLING! Power steering pump is a Saginaw from a 00 Chevy truck. March underdrive pulleys.

10-14-2008, 04:46 PM	#12 (permalink)
toy power Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 171	very cool. i couldnt live without air conditioning though

10-19-2008, 09:04 AM	#15 (permalink)
akarocket Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 77	Well yesterday was productive. Started at the beginning of the OU-Kansas game and finished just as Texas was putting the final butt kicking on Misery . Had to severely tilt the engine to get it in there: Almost looks like it belongs. Plenty of room for a radiator and a fan. Up tight against the firewall: View from under: Make sure and remove the bracket on the rear of the head for the 4.3 and the bracket that holds the clutch slave line. They will interfere with each other: Last edited by akarocket; 10-26-2008 at 06:03 AM.

10-19-2008, 11:07 AM	#16 (permalink)
Adam F Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Cincinnati Ohio Posts: 2,397	That 4.3 fits VERY nicely in there. Keep us updated. Id like to know how well it performs. What kind of HP/TQ numbers are you expecting? __________________ 88 4Runner. 350 V8, R150 5-speed. SAS, 36" TSL's, elocker rear

10-19-2008, 11:43 AM	#17 (permalink)
fillsrunner4 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Sammamish, wa Posts: 2,724	Very clean Ide recomend getting some spark plug heat sheild wrap to go over them near the headers. I say this cause my friends gone through a few wires just cause the headers get so hot and the plugs run very close to them Very nice __________________ 94' toyota 4runner (Many a change!) purchased bone stock, NOW... SAS, 39" Iroks, Rear Leafswap, 5.29's , Air locked front, Welded rear, Chevy 4.3L V6, 5spd swap, dual T/C's MC10R10, flatbelly with custom skids, sliders, Chopped, Bobbed 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

10-25-2008, 08:17 PM	#21 (permalink)
akarocket Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 77	Began working on the cooling system today. Tru-cool radiator from Speedway and a Flex a lite fan: Lower Mounts: I had less room than I thought About a 1/2" between the water pump and fan: I went ahead and added some additional bracing on the bottom: Top mounts, Had to test fit the hood to make sure it was going to close! Need a upper and lower hose and its done! (the cooling part anyway. )

12-06-2008, 05:16 PM	#22 (permalink)
texcat101 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: W. Texas Posts: 367	Hey Rocket what are you doing for radiator and fan? __________________ 85 4runner, 3" spring lift, 4Crawler 2" body lift, Precision Gear 5.29's w/power brute posi frt & rear, M/T Baja MTZ 33x12.5x15, Warn M8000 winch, Optima redtop, Marlin Crawler Front, Rear Bumpers and Sliders, Allpro crossover steering & U bolt flip, LC rotors, '94 calipers and booster. 4.3 vortec / 700r4, Megasquirt II, EDIS6

12-16-2008, 03:53 PM	#24 (permalink)
texcat101 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: W. Texas Posts: 367	C'mon Rocket time for an update. __________________ 85 4runner, 3" spring lift, 4Crawler 2" body lift, Precision Gear 5.29's w/power brute posi frt & rear, M/T Baja MTZ 33x12.5x15, Warn M8000 winch, Optima redtop, Marlin Crawler Front, Rear Bumpers and Sliders, Allpro crossover steering & U bolt flip, LC rotors, '94 calipers and booster. 4.3 vortec / 700r4, Megasquirt II, EDIS6

02-28-2009, 03:15 PM	#25 (permalink)
akarocket Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 77	Though I would post an update since I haven't done so in a while. I blocked off the holes for the old A/C lines and added a Lokar transmission dipstick: The Lokar shifter and center console is all finished: I have started with the fuel system. I removed the fuel pump from the factory module. I tried to save the factory fitting, but is snapped off . Now I don't know if I should just use a clamp and fuel injection hose or try to put a fitting on there and flare it? I would like to run AN lines all the way up to the fuel rail. The Pump is going to be mounted on the frame. I don't know how high of pressure the line would have before the pump? The line needs over 90 PSI after. That is the reason I am changing all of this and running larger line. I also fabbed up a bracket for the kickdown cable and hooked up the throttle cable: I am sure I have done more than that, but I have kinda lost track . Going to get after this in the next few weeks!

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