3.0 to 3.4 swap
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3.0 to 3.4 swap
I was reading some threads and noticed a few people mentioning switching to 3.0 V6 to the more reliable 3.4 V6 or a Supra engine. Well, I have a 94 4runner which needs an engine and the more i look the more i find that the 3vze wasn't exactly Toyotas best engine (to put it nicely). I was wondering about the swap and then after browsing through the forum thought maybe a few of you could help me out. Anybody with any ideas of how much this might cost me and how much of a hassle it is let me know. Thanks alot
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Welcome noob. Try another search. The info is out there, I garantee it.
It will cost around $4 - $7K depending on the engine and the cost of install. Its a "hassle" to some, to others its a challenge.
It will cost around $4 - $7K depending on the engine and the cost of install. Its a "hassle" to some, to others its a challenge.
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Thanks alot 96 for the quick reply. As far as the engine goes, I can find a 3.4 for less than the 3.0. My dad and I were gonna put a new 3.0 in ourselves, but I'm not sure about the 3.4 or Supra. I guess I'll go look around for some swaps, but if you think of anything that might help me, let me know.
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The 3.4 is more expensive than the Supra motor for starters. Not sure what the 7M-GE goes for, but I found a 7M-GTE for $1000 complete with intercooler, harness, ECU and Bellhousing. If you are mechanically inclined, You should be able to do this swap for under $2K. (I'm hoping anyway since I want to do it.)
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If I were in your situation, I would go with the Supra motor. If you can find one for the price that Cebby mentioned, do it. That's a great price!
Just remember, we all want pics and a good write up when you are finished.
Just remember, we all want pics and a good write up when you are finished.
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I was on an autralian 4runner site, and someone had swapped in an american V8 into a runner, have you guys seen this done before. I'll try to find the website and post to this thread. I think it was into a 91, not sure but thats what I'm thinking. Are there any other V8 swaps for the older runners??
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That V8 swap is John Douglas' 5.0 into a '91. Here's the link...
http://www.ozemail.com.au/~jonhel5/
EDIT: I've been researching engine swaps as well, and if you can get a 7M-GTE cheaper than a 5VZE, do it. I think I'll go the V8 route, but a 7M-GTE will be a lot cheaper to get extra hp.
Also, AKA 'Runnin High' for all you ODW members.
That V8 swap is John Douglas' 5.0 into a '91. Here's the link...
http://www.ozemail.com.au/~jonhel5/
EDIT: I've been researching engine swaps as well, and if you can get a 7M-GTE cheaper than a 5VZE, do it. I think I'll go the V8 route, but a 7M-GTE will be a lot cheaper to get extra hp.
Also, AKA 'Runnin High' for all you ODW members.
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I dont remember where I ever ran across the write-up on a chev v-8 swap, but the guy doing the work admitted it was a nightmare from start to finish. As Cebby had said in an earlier post, why would you WANT a chevy engine in a Toyota?
"Well, I just got tired of the dang thing starting all the time!" Supra straight 6 or the 3.4L for me. (If anyone ever markets the "So easy, any boob can do it" engine swap kit.)
"Well, I just got tired of the dang thing starting all the time!" Supra straight 6 or the 3.4L for me. (If anyone ever markets the "So easy, any boob can do it" engine swap kit.)
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Dave on www.bc4x4.com did his for under 2500 canadian I think.
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Here is Daves pictures on the Pirate board. http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showt....0+to+3.4+swap . Lots of pictures etc.
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