Has anyone done an engine swap on a 5th gen? OK, Ill just come out and say it, I want this entire build!! Here's a total hack job. (Frame rotted out) My 3rd one is still kicking. You'll also likely have to deal with hood clearance issues as the 3.4L engine sits higher and hits the hood when its closed. We just got the 20220 TRD pro. This is the first generation of 4Runner where they introduced 4 doors. KB, Awesome. ButKolton5543has some even more interesting suggestions that also involve off-brand engines. First step would be to get measurements on the frames and verify the engine/trans mounts are in the same locations, etc. Thats why I want a Toy. Breana, Thank you! Obviously, find a locker unless you plan on SAS, then 2wd would be a good option because you scrap the axles which would bring locked front and rear, transmission and transfer-case. Ian, Awesome, glad you like it. Wondering if anyone has knowledge on engine swap possiblities for a 4Runner.. like an earlier model.. early 90's I'm thinking.. Then do a 3.4 swap if you want to keep it toyota or a 7mgte motor. We could possibly get into bumpers and are looking to expand from our current 5000sq ft building to a 10-20,000sq ft building. It was a 6 speed that Toyota uses as a 5 speed. Lately Ive been getting offers to buy it from strangers off the street on a reg basis . The 4.0 6cyl 4th Gen 4Runner is perfect if you want a daily driver offroad rig because you can do modifications and still keep the 6cyl mpg, unlike the v8. Use an older Jeep 4-cylinder bell housing from an ax5 trans and turn a long pilot bushing and it will bolt to your transmission. The 5th Gen does have a bit more pep in its step compared to the 4th Gens 4.0 though. Thanks. With the 22re 1st Gen 4Runner, you will have a wide range of aftermarket parts as well, which we will get to soon. The 3rd Gen 4Runner also comes in a few different models, some include a factory rear locker, which is great for offroading. That isn't an LS. Vendor specials, free gear, giveaway notifications, group buys and more! They have no real support, body-wise, though. Used Price; N280 SR5. The 3rd Gen 4Runner did keep the rear hatch with roll down window like the 2nd Gen 4Runner. They are extremely hard to find. This will be my light in my 5thGen 4R. I love my 2004 SR5, It has only 80K miles and will last me a long time. And these were all factory brakes, no crazy upgrades. Itll be getting a transplant The 3.0 V6 (150hp) is being replaced by a 4L V8, (early 1UZFE, 250hp for comparison, the 3.4 is about 185hp) While Im at it, Im gonna throw the A340 transmission (auto) in the bin in favor of an R150. This makes them very special. Hopefully, the blog finds you well. Unless you happen to find the special 22re turbo 1st Gen 4Runner, but thats an entire blog post on its own. Id like to spend some time in Baja California, Mexico. I like the early 2nd gens for their over-the-top ruggedness and rounded square, early 90s styling. Interesting, I didnt know that about the BMW ecu. The only difference is there are no longer roll cage kits for sale as commonly as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gens. With the exception of 2010, there was a 2.7l 4cyl auto option available but it is not so common. Great article with tons of information!! I know alot of times with these swaps people use the whole drive train, ecu, dash, pedals, and all that, costume housing and lots of fab work. thanks,. However I love it!!! If you do prefer to leave it with stock Independent Front Suspension versus doing a straight axle swap there are plenty of lift kits available for the 2nd Gen 4Runner. The 4Runner has been a staple in the SUV market for years and I always felt it had a ton of potential as far as reliability but the off-road ability, power, and stance were lacking. I was literally stuck in downtown Denver Colorado for 4 days waiting for my 4Runner to get delivered. 2 were V6 and now I have an 04 V8 44. Good news is that they fixed the head gasket in 2006, or once you have the hg replaced (about $4k) its good to go. Love it. As time went on people started to request more parts such as armor and RSG was reselling other armor companies parts such as RCI, Hefty, CBI, C4 Fabrication, and others. Brenan is the founder of Trail4R.com, Toyota guy through and through, verified nature lover, lightweight photographer, exploration enthusiast, and certified serial blogger. Powerful Bluetooth Tracker, Keys Finder and Item Locator for Keys, Bags, and More; Up to 400 ft Range. Ryan Gibbons (@gibburnz) 2011 Trail Edition 3. Id also avoid leather as the cloth seats wear very well with little maintenance. I love it, strong 4.0 L six, and great low end. Lightweight and powerful - with 190 HP (a 45 HP increase) - its equipped with a Toyota multi-port fuel injection system. You would have far exceeded the $6k for a Magnuson supercharger by then. I owned a 1999 SR5 and put a few miles on it. Well, after all that, now I want to swap a supercharged V8 into my 4Runner. (in fact, probably less than other engines these engines routinely go 250000 miles) If not, they might still do it. When you are on a trail, the power comes in incredibly handy in almost every situation. I hope to keep it for many years to come. $5000+ for a magnuson is some pretty cash considering what's available out there for crate motors. Electrical work to combine the new engine management system with the factory vehicle wiring. Thank you so much for putting this info together in one article. 3vze (V6) head gasket problems had nothing to do with the exhaust drying them out Theyre metal gaskets. Mainly, well, because we can. My 1st was a 4Gen (06), 2nd was a 5th (11) and now a 2015. People use the wrong nomenclature for the 5.3L, prob because they want to feel included by saying they LS swapped it. (and safety something the 2nd gen sorely lacks) They also have the 3.4 which is a decent improvement to the 3.0 in terns of power. Id also avoid sunroofs on older models.KISS keep it simple stupid. The new driveline options are the not so common 2.7l 4cyl and the well known 3.4l 6cyl. If you dont want to swap out (or cant get) the rad support, youll have to cut new mounting holes in the rad support, (not too bad, I guess) and find a way to mount the sealed beam headlights Thatll be the hard part, because they need to be adjustable youll need to get all the mounting hardware and bezels and hope theres meat enough to mount them. I believe these should have had a V8 option or at least a V8 option on the top-tier TRD Off-Road and TRD Pro models. Like everything else these days, you will most likely have to change out more then just the motor as everything is all connected with the electronics. He did use an LM7 or one of the other truck motors which is why he had to cut the hood for the taller intake manifold. Water-Resistant. With an SR5, you do not have to deal with KDSS. Radiator: Stock Toyota 4Runner, core size 20"W x 19"T x 2"D. Fan: 16" Clutched mechanical fan. The 3rz has a cracked head and low compression. Toyota diesel engines models: 2L's, 2L-T's, 3L's and 5L 's for sale in the greater Los Angeles area: Engine Trend Inc George 4515 S.Soto Street Los Angeles,CA 90058 USA Ph: 1-800-939-3295 Ph: (323) 589-2844 www.enginetrend.com Spector Offroad Marv 21600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth,CA 91311 USA Ph: (818) 882-1238 www.sor.com Reseda Engines in Northridge Mine is a 2007SR5, v6, 420,000 miles. Getting things to work on the CAN Bus would in theory be easy because all the electronics are made by Denso. 5th Gen 4Runner girl all the way for me! For the 3rd Gen, in your opinion which is the best year? The 4.7l v8 4th Gen 4Runner is perfect if you ever need to tow anything or decide you want to do a massive lift and need the extra power. You can use normal w56 clutch components with a Camaro 3.8 flywheel. Cheers, Toby! KDSS was introduced in the 5th Gen 4Runner. Kyle, Thanks. Very interesting to see the evolution of one of the best off roaring vehicles ever! KDSS with all of these features, though, is handsomely rewarding on-road and general off-road use, its just a pain in the ass to work around sometimes. Most offroad version vehicles have factory skid plates so thats better than nothing. Yeah for sure, the 3rd Ge 4Runner is so hot. Vendor specials, free gear, giveaway notifications, group buys and more! First, lets start with the classic 1st Gen 4Runner, first released in May of 1984, and spawned from the from Toyota Trekker (Pre 4Runner a collaboration between Toyota and Winnebago). With the SR5, TRD Pro and TRD Off-Road without KDSS, you will likely have more travel in and an aftermarket suspension. 4.0L V6 Gas. It has a leaking rear passenger side seal and I never upgraded the brakes, really should have the Tundra brake upgrade done on it.. Its a 44 with rear locker and I put Bilsteins on it.. What lift, tire, wheel combo is that on the second gen 4Runner? We had a trip planned for Ouray and Telluride with Konrad from TrailTacoma.com but with plans to also stay in Denver before we headed down. Not sure whats up with that but its flattering when I get offers like 5K for my 4runner which has 212,000 miles on it and runs amazing. How much Its value? If SAS is not your goal but you still want to wheel, I would look for a 2000-2002 sport with maybe minor front and rear bumper damage (because you would replace with upgrades), mild miles (170-210ish), well-serviced (you can tell by the owner usually), and stock everything. Thank you for the 4Runner love! 2016 Olathe Toyota Parts Center. its prob an LM7. A 3.8 is definitely the more powerful option. toyotanation.com is not in any way affiliated with Toyota Motor Corporation, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Its commonly equipped with the 22re 4cyl and a 3.0 6cyl with the choice of a manual or automatic transmission. I have a 2010 4Runner and like it very much. A General Overview of the1st Gen Toyota 4Runner (1984-1989), 1st Gen 4Runner Shot Cred: @Rockymtn4Runner. This is the signature 4Runner. RSG (Remote Start Guys) started in 2012 in a 2 bay warehouse in Wheatridge and we specialized in remote starts, automotive repair, and installing suspension systems on Jeeps, Dodges, Fords, and some Toyotas. Then you bought a Tundra for an engine swap? Was hoping to find that my overworked tranny had locked up. This Weeks Topic: 4Runner Rear Window. But inevitably, the need for a fresh powerplant will still rear its ugly head. With this being said, you are going to need more than a basic suspension upgrade that comes stock on an off-the-lot model. 1992 4 runner 22r-e,cam,lift,35 inch tires,arb rear. You can grab new seat covers, quarter panels, and rockers from many places, so its not a worry either. my 92 budget build. There are fit-ment issues that need to be dealt with, firewall/distributor and engine height. Possibly at some point in 2021. Custom exhaust work so the new engine connects to the existing exhaust system, A 'donor' 3.4L V6, which can be pulled at a junkyard or sourced from any number of websites. So, if you use this as a 44 always be sure to make sure everything is in tip-top shape so you dont break down your rig or blow a head gasket. Im starting to get the 2.5yr bluessolid front axle swap or lt1 ls1 v8 swap? The drivers side drop exhaust pipe has been designed to fit with the Toyota 3.0L 3VZ-E manual transmission bell-housingwith the slave cylinder on the passengerside. New 2nd Gen owner. Look into marks4wd.com they make adapters for ls1 to r150 manual transmission, but it has to be a specific input shaft length. Rock crawling is my prime objective, but some man made OHV parks get thrown in from time to time.. Crossover pipe has been high temp powder coated black to . I think that a really necessary mod for the 3rd gen 4Runner is the swap for a 2001 Tundra front brake set (199 mm). The 4.0 6cyl4th Gen 4Runner does not have any major issues but always be sure to thoroughly look it over. With the addition of the 4.7l v8, the 4th Gen 4Runner is perfect if you want a beast on the trails. like to hear your opinion. Just ask questions about the timing belt and water pump. Welcome to part 1 of the 4th gen 4runner LS swap. Instead of gaining a new driveline the 4.7l v8 is lost and only the 4.0 6cyl stayed paired with an automatic transmission. The 1st Gen 4Runner was a 2-door SUV based on the Toyota Hilux with a truck mix. JavaScript is disabled. Thank you. Probably 99-2002 but there are really nice 96-98 4Runners out there as well. Glad to hear it. If you can get your hands on a 4th generation V8, I highly recommend this vehicle. Though I do have to say that the third gen is an absolute beast when it comes to off roading. We enjoyed all of them but the 2018 is the best in my opinion. I got my first 2nd gen for $300 with a blown engine. 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While both the v6 and the v8 are 300-500k engines, theres a known problem with the v6 head-gaskets from 2003-2005. Really enjoyed this build. 1999 was the first year of a slight redesign on the 3rd gen (different bumper, hood scoop, and small cabin changes). A General Overview of the2nd Gen Toyota 4Runner (1989-1995). Most owner wont part with them. It was loud, very very loud. The 5.7L V8 Engine Swap was from a 2013 Tundra. Im trying to buy a 1992 Toyota 4Runner for a donor truck for my 1997 4Runner for $200 is this a good deal or what? They have a removable rear top/shell similar to a Jeeps removable top. I worked as a technician for a couple of car audio and performance shops in Colorado over the years with heavy experience with engine swaps, rebuilding engines, Forced Induction, and hanging with people that did things to cars that nobody else had ever done, mostly in the Import Tuner Scene. Odds are, if you are looking to prep the 5th Gen for off-road mortal combat, you will need some work. The one I had self-destructed spectacularly by dropping a thrust washer Not maintenance related it just wore out. I figured out that my motor (22re) is what was locked up. 4runner Diesel engine swap - YouTube 0:00 / 2:53 4runner Diesel engine swap 80,807 views May 10, 2011 267 Dislike Share Save gabledoes 341 subscribers Diesel swaps done by Import Performance.. I love my 2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5. Instead of a 4cyl being the smaller engine you now have the choice of a 4.0 6cyl or the sought after 4.7l v8. Jason and his team at RSG Offroad run a pretty successful Off-road service and installation shop in Lakewood, CO. Crossover pipe flanges are 3/8". With the newest generation 4Runner comes a whole new look yet again and a new chassis. So one day in early February 2021 I found a donor Tundra on CarPart and bought it! That engine did not debut until the 2nd gen 4runner. Back in 2018, when we first featured their rock sliders, we brought up the idea of an RSG Offroad interview and overview on the T40R. if you watch the whole thing, it's an hour of your life you will never get back hey, with a sledge hammer, torch, and a welder you can do anything. : ) #cheers! While I was in Denver, I wanted to at least find the time to stop by RSG Offroad and say whats up. If it fits then there's maybe a way. We covered 5 States in ten days and just marveled at the smooth systems of the 4Runner. Just, try to find a Toyota shop, not a Jeep shop. Thanks. Looking forward to rebuilding the front suspension and swapping out the gutless 3.0. The guy puts an LS1 (LS2/3 maybe?) Doing the Tundra Big Brake Upgrade was the best upgrade I have done on mine- and one of the easiest! Depending on the situation, I would really want a stock 4Runner to choose my own bumpers, sliders, and skids. Need something that is going to be fairly easy to install.. in the terms of motor mounts and I don't have a welding unit..
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