My Lexus V8 into 2nd Gen 4Runner conversion.
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My Lexus V8 into 2nd Gen 4Runner conversion.
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I've been getting a phew emails off here about the Lexus V8 (1UZ-FE) engine transplant I did in my 2nd Gen 4Runner. So I thought instead of replying to each email all the time I'd do a bit of a buildup thread for it.....So Enjoy, and if you have any questions, feel free to ask...
Here's a good little writeup about the History of the 1UZ-FE Lexus V8
http://www.itplanet.net.au/Cressida/1UZ_history.htm
Lextreme - A forum dedicated to the Lexus V8
http://www.lextreme.com
The engine puts out about:-
HP @ RPM = 250@5600
Torque Ft. Lbs @ RPM = 260@4400
So now onto my swap....I was originally planning on turboing the 3VZE V6, but after having getting all the gear together and installing aftermaket management, a tuning error stuffed the V6. It was then I decieded bugger it, I'll go the V8, which is 100 times better than what a turbo 3vze would be anyway.
The V6, ready to be pulled out...
The cleaned and empty engine bay
The top of the photo is the engine loom for the V6...The lower part shows the part of the loom that has to be removed (4WD Light, Reverse Light, and Speed Sensor)
V8 Badges off a 100 Series Landcruiser
The kit from Dellow Automotive to mate my 5spd manual to the Lexus V8. The kit bolted up perfectly, and has held up great so far with no problems. There website is http://www.dellowauto.com.au/ And there full conversion kit sells for around $1500au.
Bolted up to the R150F Gearbox
Prices for the actual V8 were
$1200 Front Sump 1UZ-FE V8 from Venom (includes AC Comp, Starter, Alt etc....)
$1000 Crown ECU and Modified Loom from Venom (Venom's loom simplify the whole conversion, only about 6 or so wires need to be hooked up to get it running)
$350 for Air Flow Meter and Igniters.
I've been getting a phew emails off here about the Lexus V8 (1UZ-FE) engine transplant I did in my 2nd Gen 4Runner. So I thought instead of replying to each email all the time I'd do a bit of a buildup thread for it.....So Enjoy, and if you have any questions, feel free to ask...
Here's a good little writeup about the History of the 1UZ-FE Lexus V8
http://www.itplanet.net.au/Cressida/1UZ_history.htm
Lextreme - A forum dedicated to the Lexus V8
http://www.lextreme.com
The engine puts out about:-
HP @ RPM = 250@5600
Torque Ft. Lbs @ RPM = 260@4400
So now onto my swap....I was originally planning on turboing the 3VZE V6, but after having getting all the gear together and installing aftermaket management, a tuning error stuffed the V6. It was then I decieded bugger it, I'll go the V8, which is 100 times better than what a turbo 3vze would be anyway.
The V6, ready to be pulled out...
The cleaned and empty engine bay
The top of the photo is the engine loom for the V6...The lower part shows the part of the loom that has to be removed (4WD Light, Reverse Light, and Speed Sensor)
V8 Badges off a 100 Series Landcruiser
The kit from Dellow Automotive to mate my 5spd manual to the Lexus V8. The kit bolted up perfectly, and has held up great so far with no problems. There website is http://www.dellowauto.com.au/ And there full conversion kit sells for around $1500au.
Bolted up to the R150F Gearbox
Prices for the actual V8 were
$1200 Front Sump 1UZ-FE V8 from Venom (includes AC Comp, Starter, Alt etc....)
$1000 Crown ECU and Modified Loom from Venom (Venom's loom simplify the whole conversion, only about 6 or so wires need to be hooked up to get it running)
$350 for Air Flow Meter and Igniters.
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After doing the timing belt and idlers, and a bit of a cleanup, the engine was ready to be installed.
I also put a chrome grill on for a bit more Bling
Everything in the Lowlux to take down to Widowmaker Race Engine for fitting.
All loaded up.
My first look of it all fitted.
These are bad photos, but this is the drivers side engine mount. (passenger side for most of you guys). The original chassis mounts were left standard, and new brackets constructed from the block out to the rubber engine mount.
Aussie passenger side, most of yours drivers side.
The front sump just clears the steering link with a 2" bodylift installed. A 1" bodylift would probably provide enough clearance to get away without modifying the sump.
I also put a chrome grill on for a bit more Bling
Everything in the Lowlux to take down to Widowmaker Race Engine for fitting.
All loaded up.
My first look of it all fitted.
These are bad photos, but this is the drivers side engine mount. (passenger side for most of you guys). The original chassis mounts were left standard, and new brackets constructed from the block out to the rubber engine mount.
Aussie passenger side, most of yours drivers side.
The front sump just clears the steering link with a 2" bodylift installed. A 1" bodylift would probably provide enough clearance to get away without modifying the sump.
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Some brackets had to be made to fit the steering dampner up. The engineer wouldn't pass it without this fitted.
The finished engine bay....looks like it came this way from the factory.
I then got the cam covers colour coded while getting some respray done on the runner.
Looks heaps better.
Made a bashplate to protect the steering dampner...
The finished engine bay....looks like it came this way from the factory.
I then got the cam covers colour coded while getting some respray done on the runner.
Looks heaps better.
Made a bashplate to protect the steering dampner...
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Finally a phew action shots...The V8 swap was definetly the best thing I have ever done to my 4runner....It's just so nice to drive now, and has more than enough power and torque....It tows my zook great, and I'd highly recomend this conversion to anyone.
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That is a very clean operation you have there. Your runner looks great!
The engine looks like it has always been there. You have done a great job on the whole
project. While I wouldn't feel comfortable trying something like that, your pictures
and writeup make it sound very do able.
Looks good thanks for the pictures and info.
The engine looks like it has always been there. You have done a great job on the whole
project. While I wouldn't feel comfortable trying something like that, your pictures
and writeup make it sound very do able.
Looks good thanks for the pictures and info.
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Nice, nice, the exact swap I wanted for my '01 3rd gen. If my v6 didnt have only 50k on it, I would definately be doing this. If you don't mind me asking, you can PM if you want, how much was the total price, for all the work, parts, etc... I would really appreciate it, I do plan on doing this when the time comes for a new engine. Thanks,
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i'm not surprised to hear that you've been getting lots of questions and remarks -- the first time i saw your v8 conversion i was impressed, too. it really looks awesome.
NICE!!
NICE!!
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The pictures look great.... but I want to hear a sound/video clip of your ride with the v8 in it!!! Can you hook us up ! Probally sounds great!!! Good job! What is your gas mileage?
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Originally Posted by FireMan
Bitchin! I take it you don't use your snorkel anymore?
Originally Posted by Cebby
Dave - Thanks for posting your swap here. Maybe a little inspiration for me to get mine done...
Originally Posted by JHupp
Nice, nice, the exact swap I wanted for my '01 3rd gen. If my v6 didnt have only 50k on it, I would definately be doing this. If you don't mind me asking, you can PM if you want, how much was the total price, for all the work, parts, etc... I would really appreciate it, I do plan on doing this when the time comes for a new engine. Thanks,
Jason
Jason
Originally Posted by marko3xl3
Sweet! I love you ride, so nice! Do tell, can we use the aussie kits in US cars (wiring etc.)?
Originally Posted by calg3
Wow, that is truly awesome. Nice pics and writeup. You have several interesting vehicles in your pics, all yours?
Originally Posted by 89macrunner
you make it look sooo easy...haha but i know its not everytime i go and look at the good old reliable terd in my engine bay
Originally Posted by ROOFGOOF
The pictures look great.... but I want to hear a sound/video clip of your ride with the v8 in it!!! Can you hook us up ! Probally sounds great!!! Good job! What is your gas mileage?
I'll be sure to post the vids up as soon as I can, its deffinetly one of the sweetest, smoothest, crispest V8's I've heard......I'm running twin 2.5" into twin 3" cats, then into single 3" mandrel bent with a 3" straight through muffler. Which is a little big for the motor, but the sounds is worth it.
Mileage, you's might have to convert this to Mile per gallon...but its
Highway 13.6l/100km
Around town/Offroad 18.2l/100km
Which ends up pretty much the same as what I was getting with the 3.0l V6.
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A pic from just before the front diff went bang!!
The rest of the climb to the top.
The same 4WD Park, but in the climb out of the mud run in 2WD
The rest of the climb to the top.
The same 4WD Park, but in the climb out of the mud run in 2WD
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THat thing totally Rocks! Nice job. Very professional looking. The front dif was my first thought when I started to read this thread. Would a Solid front axle work with your swapped engine?
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Yeah, I should have backed off when I lifted the wheel....but its hard when your racing......
A SAS would work with the engine, but would probably require a rear or mid sump motor to clear the cross over steering....or a custom sump....
A SAS would work with the engine, but would probably require a rear or mid sump motor to clear the cross over steering....or a custom sump....