So I get a lot of questions via email, pm or even in person about what it cost me to build the 1FZ in my Cruiser. I thought about starting a thread on this subject showing cost for an all new engine and some alternative cheaper routes. I decided I will just post the info here for anyone who wants it.
These are all new OEM parts from Toyota unless otherwise noted. I am pulling most of this off the top of my head so don’t assume these numbers are set in stone and also parts are going NLA fast.
-Short block: $3700
-bare head: $1800
-cams: $500 each so $1000
-head parts like valves and springs: $700
-full engine gasket kit: $250
-ARP head studs: $250
-machine shop work to head to tip valves vs all new shims: $300
-harmonic balancer: $300
-All sensors except the IAC and MAF: $1200 roughly
-all hoses with clamps: $350
-timing chain, guides, tensioner and gears: $200
-oil pump rotor set: $30
-oil cooler: $350
-fan clutch: $175
-dizzy cap, wires, rotor, plugs, igniter & coil: $450 roughly
-water pump: $75
-power steering pump: $450
-valve cover: $200
-Filters (fuel, oil, air): $115
-misc seals not in engine kit: $50
-heater valve & hoses/clamps: $115
-throttle cable: $50
-EGR and VSV valves: $320
-engine wiring harness: $525
-TRad radiator: $500
-A/C condenser: $150
-A/C compressor: $300
-Alternator: $300 (Mean Green, Remanned Denso is about $100 cheaper
-Starter: $200 (remanned Denso cost)
-idler pulleys: $100
-rebuilt injectors: $150
-misc items such as oil relief valves, belts, hardware like exhaust manifold studs& flywheel bolts: $200
-oil for break in and first oil change: $100+
-Y-pipe and forward cat: $1600
-Otramm SS cat back: $2,000
-P/S high/low pressure hoses: $200
-Trans cooler lines: $50
-Engine & trans mounts: $250
-A/C recharge: $100
-Toyota red coolant: $65
*TOTAL: over $19k
I also did the following at the same time,
-Rebuilt fuel tank (pump, pickup screen, sending unit and misc parts): $300-ish
-RedHead rebuilt steering box with 105 goodies: $1000
Well over $20k in parts and I know I am missing a few things that is an easy $200-500. It is no joke money wise if you want an all new 1FZ in your 80.
We have done a few for cheaper for customers, rebuilding the head for example vs all new and other areas we could shave cost. They are still well over $10k in parts and closer to $15k.
Cheers