Anyone know where to get a 3.0?
02-18-2005, 10:56 AM
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Anyone know where to get a 3.0?
My brother has a 2nd Gen Runner. Something happened with the head gasket (I'm not sure exactly what) and consequently blew the engine. So I was wondering if anyone knew where to you would be able to pick one up or possibly get it rebuilt, preferably in Colorado.
Oh and here are some pics of it.
Thanks
Austin
Oh and here are some pics of it.
Thanks
Austin
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There is a shop in Colorado Springs that sells the 3.0 for about $1800 with exchange. I forget their name but I'm sure you can find it if you search with Google. One of these numbers should be it.
1-877-484-7888
1-800-456-9645
1-800-552-1595
1-877-484-7888
1-800-456-9645
1-800-552-1595
02-18-2005, 11:02 AM
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They don't make or rebuild the 3.0l anymore...it's ahhhhh, ilegal...yeah ilegal. I'll take that runner for a parts car though. It's worthless, but I'll give your bro $500.00 just 'cause I'm nice. 
02-18-2005, 11:05 AM
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Originally Posted by 95ToyotaPU007
There is a shop in Colorado Springs that sells the 3.0 for about $1800 with exchange. I forget their name but I'm sure you can find it if you search with Google. One of these numbers should be it.
1-877-484-7888
1-800-456-9645
1-800-552-1595
1-877-484-7888
1-800-456-9645
1-800-552-1595
02-18-2005, 11:06 AM
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I just ordered a remanufactured 3.0L from Jasper. It was delivered outta' Denver, so I got it in one day. We are finishing the install tonight...FINALLY!! Seems like a great engine, and was the best long block I found after TONS of searching. Great customer service too. (The first block was dropped by the delivery company, and they sent another that was there in less than 24hrs.) I'll let you know what I think about there work tomorrow I hope!! 
www.jasperengines.com BTW. A little pricy, but hte best block I found by far.
If you do go with them, get the install kit. It is worth it. I parted it myself and it cost $100 than if I used their kit.
www.jasperengines.com BTW. A little pricy, but hte best block I found by far.
If you do go with them, get the install kit. It is worth it. I parted it myself and it cost $100 than if I used their kit.
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02-18-2005, 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by hockeytown9
I just ordered a remanufactured 3.0L from Jasper. It was delivered outta' Denver, so I got it in one day. We are finishing the install tonight...FINALLY!! Seems like a great engine, and was the best long block I found after TONS of searching. Great customer service too. (The first block was dropped by the delivery company, and they sent another that was there in less than 24hrs.) I'll let you know what I think about there work tomarrow I hope!!
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02-19-2005, 02:01 PM
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I just got a new fan bracket from a place in coloroda called yotayard I am not sure what all they have but here is the number 303 292 5078, let me know how that goes.
02-19-2005, 03:18 PM
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The Yota Yard in Denver has just about anything you can think of. I went down there for a new mudflap and bumper trim piece a few months back. Kind of a PITA to get to but worth the trip. In their warehouse they had like a whole aisle full of 3.0s... Call or email them before you go just to be sure they have what you need.
02-21-2005, 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by tacopie
My brother has a 2nd Gen Runner. Something happened with the head gasket (I'm not sure exactly what) and consequently blew the engine. So I was wondering if anyone knew where to you would be able to pick one up or possibly get it rebuilt, preferably in Colorado.
Oh and here are some pics of it.
Thanks
Austin
Oh and here are some pics of it.
Thanks
Austin
Has the head gasket recall been done in that 4Runner? If not, Toyota should help you out.
02-21-2005, 07:37 PM
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As far as I can tell the problem with the head gasket is not what the recall was done cause I think that may have been done. Like I said I'm not entirely sure, just trying to get a few leads for him.
As far as a 3.4 goes I think it would be too expensive. I told him to do that as well but I believe that he talked to ORS and found that doing something like that would end up costing way too much.
As far as a 3.4 goes I think it would be too expensive. I told him to do that as well but I believe that he talked to ORS and found that doing something like that would end up costing way too much.
02-25-2005, 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by tacopie
As far as I can tell the problem with the head gasket is not what the recall was done cause I think that may have been done. Like I said I'm not entirely sure, just trying to get a few leads for him.
As far as a 3.4 goes I think it would be too expensive. I told him to do that as well but I believe that he talked to ORS and found that doing something like that would end up costing way too much.
As far as a 3.4 goes I think it would be too expensive. I told him to do that as well but I believe that he talked to ORS and found that doing something like that would end up costing way too much.
02-25-2005, 08:13 AM
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Originally Posted by hockeytown9
Yeah, the 3.4L just didn't seem very realistic to me either. The Jasper I put in sounds GREAT!! We are still a tooth off, and need to just fine adjust the timing after that. Started right up though. The 3.4L sounds great, but is just not AS practical as a 3.0L crate engine. The Jaspers come with an oversized cam, and new valves so that helps the power a bit. While the engine was out I also went ahead and put in a Random Technology high flow cat. I think with all of this, we will be sittin' pretty power wise.
02-25-2005, 09:50 AM
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I had just replaced the long block in my 91 3.0 4runner. The company's name is: www.orientengine.com (859)654-1754. For more info, go to their website. After ordering, it was at my house in a few days... I've put-on about 1K miles so far and haven't experienced any problems so far. The engine comes with a 3 year warranty-which sold me! What ever you decide to do, make sure you change the "KNOCK SENSOR and wire.
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02-25-2005, 10:06 AM
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soooooooo there is actually a demand for 3.0 motors?
Good, then I can actually sell mine when I swap. I was just gonna sell all the new stuff i bought off of it...
Good, then I can actually sell mine when I swap. I was just gonna sell all the new stuff i bought off of it...
02-25-2005, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by tacopie
So what exactly is Jasper? A company that re-manufactures engines or something? How would we contact them?
very high quality engines, from what I understand.
02-25-2005, 12:00 PM
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WTF?
I just pulled up a 3.0 for my project 4Runner and it says it's $3309 w/ a $500 core return.... OUCH!
From Jasper engine:
Pricing and Availability:
The Price Is: $3309.00
Core Deposit For This Unit Is: $500.00
Skid Deposit For This Unit Is: $15.00
Sold On An Exchange Basis w/Jasper Receiving Old Unit As A Core.
In Stock: Yes
Note: Delivery Time May Vary Depending On Location Of Product.
I just pulled up a 3.0 for my project 4Runner and it says it's $3309 w/ a $500 core return.... OUCH!
From Jasper engine:
Pricing and Availability:
The Price Is: $3309.00
Core Deposit For This Unit Is: $500.00
Skid Deposit For This Unit Is: $15.00
Sold On An Exchange Basis w/Jasper Receiving Old Unit As A Core.
In Stock: Yes
Note: Delivery Time May Vary Depending On Location Of Product.
