Finally making some time for this in between working on the ongoing M715 build
Here’s the FJ40…
I’ve owned this since 2000 when it was a bone stock rusty basket case. It’s been through the standard evolution of changes.
In 2003, I installed the Vortec 5.7 from a 1996 Suburban and at...
$7k obo
Currently not running, I think the rubber gas line ruptured some where. I think.
Highlights
slee front bumper, 4x4 labs rear (my first welding project and not the best to be honest), 6.0L vortec (donor had about 100k miles on it), 4l80e w/ marks adapter, 5.29 gears, arb front, tjm...
My daughter and I drove up into the hills, roughly 1500' of elevation gain from our house--5K to around 6500' at right around 90F. Right before we turned off the highway, my 1969 with 5.3L Vortec simply shut down. I pulled over to the side of the highway and tried to restart it--nothing...
While browsing Craigslist this past Friday I saw a rig listed 15mi from my house that looked a lot like a rig I had regrettably sold about 10 years ago. After a phone call to the seller, I confirmed it was mine and we made the deal this weekend. Everything I did to the truck previously from...
Hi all… First just joined, (first time forum member period), Just purchased a 66’ fj40 that was a stalled project. It currently has a 350 sbc that seems to be mated to the factory Toyota 3 spd and TC. Working on De-“previous ownering” it before moving forward. The plan/hopes are a 5.3 swap and...
This Land Cruiser has been in the family since 1978 and it has gone through multiple builds already. It currently sits on 35s, SOA, power steering, 383, SM 465, and a rear locker. The plan is to stretch it by 14”, replace the engine with a 6.2L LS, then install an NV 4500, Atlas 4, and 1 tons...
I posted this video on a couple Vortec forums, noone so far seems to know what the cause of this noise is... I posted this video:
So I'm going to throw it up here and see if all you "toyota guys" can shed some light on the situation. Happens when warm. Takes a minute to start again when...
For sale today is a fresh frame off 5.3 Vortec swap. This Cruiser is a pleasure to drive and Im sure will give the new owner many smiles down the road.
$27,500
Located in Baltimore, MD
The Details.
5.3 vortec V8 swap. Pull out motor from 2001 tahoe.
124K miles on the motor. 4l60e transmission...
So, this is a bit of a rant... please forgive... but I figured I'd share my hard earned experience and perhaps save others some hardship in the process.
DO NOT BUY A 412 DUAL FLEX-A-LITE FAN SET FOR YOUR VORTEC SWAP... There, I said it. Feels good. Now... why?
You may be thinking, "I thought...
Hey all
I've had my cruiser for a couple years now and it's served me well on many adventures, but at the miles creep up, my quest for power drives ever onward.
Now in my possession is a zero-mile '04 GM 5.3 L59 that I intend to have carry me throughout the forests and hills; getting there is...
Hey guys,
I searched around the internet for awhile and was unable to get a clear answere. Is it necessary to weld reinforcement plates anywhere on the frame to hand a V8 with 350+ horsepower conversion and not tear the frame up?
Thanks!
Location: Everett WA
- 5.7L Vortec Fuel Injected Engine. Clean no know issues. Approximately 95,000 miles on it.
- 4l60E Automatic Transmission. Recently rebuilt with less than 3,000 miles.
- Brand new 19 spline Advanced Adapter that mates to stock FJ60 transfer case.
The drivetrain is...
Greetings,
Long time lurker but first post....
I recently purchased a 1970 FJ40 that had a 350 conversion and have since sold the engine and tranny with the intent to replace it with a 5.3 fuel injected engine and a 4L60E transmission.
I now have a donor truck (1999 Silverado 4x4 with auto...
1967 Fj40 with 5.3 VORTEC & 4L60E six speed AUTO. motor & transfer only have 14,000 miles on them. ARB front and back locked, shift kit installed in 4l60e & ART car shifter, transfer case gone threw, disk brakes on all 4 tires, BRAND NEW FST solid cold forged aluminum BEADLOCK rims with 35 inch...
Trying to start truck after 3+ years of it sitting. I had pulled the 5.3L Vortec/h55 a while back, sold the h55 and installed an nv4500. Cranks over fine but it appears it's got no spark. I cannot find the temp sender wire from the harness and the tranny wires are not connected, other than...
Went with mechanical fan etc., so I have a dual fan I would like to trade for an fj60 battery tray and TC linkage. I had bought it new when my 60 got the transplant and ran it for around 30K miles. Truck has been sitting for about 3 years and now bringing it back to life.
Let me know what you...
After about 3 years of my 60 not running, I am at the point that I can try to start it. I connected a new battery today but it does not turn over. I found the ignition (??) green wire broken but I am not sure where it connects to since I cannot find the other broken end. Motor is a 2004 5.3L...
I have a 1972 FJ55 - Bone Stock.
I was originally planning to swap in a 5.3 Vortec / 4L60e / with my stock Toyota Transfer case.
---> Plans may have changed <---
I just came across a 2009 Denali 4x4 Rollover and the owner sold me the low mileage drivetrain for under $1000.
6.2L (L92 I...
Looking for some suggestions here as I'm at the end of my rope and flat out fed up with Griffin Thermal Products
I've had (3) of these units fail in the past two years. The unit I have is as seen below
Griffin Performance Fit Radiator Combos CU-00009-LS
Summit warrantied the last one 2 months...