Builds 6.0 Vortec LQ9 - FJ60 Engine Swap - Old Blue's Heart Transplant

[Borrego]

Just finished reading the write up over the last week... Great swap! I'm rebuilding the top half of my 2F right now, but plan to go the LS route in the somewhat near future. I'm sure i'll be looking through this thread in a lot more detail when that time comes. Do you know if there is a manual tranny option that holds up to the HP and Torque? I've heard that kind of HP/Torque hits the H55 limits, and the NV4500 shifts like a tractor, and isn't as fun with that race car engine in front of it. Would the GM T56 2WD 6speed manual work with the split case transfer case?

Anyways, great story!

 

[YotoFj62]

I figure I am going to make a parts list in this post. It may be a bit pre-meditated, but better to be prepared. I will add/edit to this specific post as time goes on all the parts I am using or suggestions others have utilized. I'll try and include part numbers as time goes on as well. If it isn't here I may not have gotten to that stage yet (obviously), but appreciate suggestions. At the end the post will contain everything I utilized. I will also add PURCHASED in front of each item to keep everyone updated. This will also help me stay organized!

LQ9/4l60e to 1987 FJ60 Swap Parts List: *LIST WILL BE UPDATED AS BUILD PROGRESSES*

** PURCHASED ** Advanced Adapters Transfer Case Adapter Kit (Part #50-0408A)
50-0408A : 1997 & up GM 4L60E/ 4L65E 4 speed automatic transmission to the 1980-89 Land Cruiser 19 Spline transfer case,adapter kit. | Advance Adapters

** PURCHASED ** Muscle Car Oil Pan (Part # GM 19212593)
Chevrolet Performance Musclecar Oil Pan Kits 19212593

** PURCHASED ** Transfer Case Rebuild Kit - High Quality Transfer-case Rebuild Kits

** PURCHASED ** Camaro Exhaust Manifolds
(Part# GM 12611640 - Left) Exhaust Manifold - GM (12611640) | GMPartsDirect.com
(Part# GM 12611641 - Right) Exhaust Manifold - GM (12611639) | GMPartsDirect.com

** PURCHASED ** Camaro Exhaust Manifold Gasket
(Part# GM 12617944) Manifold Gasket - GM (12617944) | GMPartsDirect.com

** PURCHASED ** GM Motor Mounts (Part# GM 25828247)
Mount - GM (25828247) | GMPartsDirect.com

** PURCHASED ** Lokar Floor Mount Cable Shifter (Part# Lokar COS64L60EBB)
Lokar COS64L60EBM: Cable Operated Shifter 4L60E | JEGS

** PURCHASED** AC Delco Knock Sensors (2) (Part # 12589867)
ACDelco Knock Sensors 12589867

** PURCHASED** Fel-Pro PermaDryPlus Intake Manifold Gaskets (Part# MS98016T)
Fel-Pro PermaDryPlus Intake Manifold Gaskets MS98016T

** PURCHASED** FEL-PRO PermaDryPlus Valve Cover Gaskets (Part# VS50504R
Fel-Pro PermaDryPlus Valve Cover Gaskets VS50504R

** PURCHASED** Knock Sensor Wiring Harness (Part# 12601822)
Chevrolet Performance Knock Sensor Wiring Harnesses 12601822

**PURCHASED** Dual Pass Griffin Radiator (Part #1-58272-X)
Griffin UniversalFit Radiator,Part Number: 1-58272-X for All Chevy, Dodge Racer

**PURCHASED** B&M Power Steering Cooler (Part# BMM-70255)
B&M SuperCooler Oil Coolers 70255

**PURCHASED** B&M Transmission Cooler (Part# BMM-70266)
B&M SuperCooler Oil Coolers 70266

**PURCHASED** Cadillac Escalade Fan Blade (Part #15017911)
Dorman Mechanical Fans 621-104

**PURCHASED** Cadillac Escalade Hayden Fan Clutch (Part #2786)
Hayden Fan Clutches 2786

**PURCHASED** Wiring Harness & ECM - HOWELL EFI
Home - Howell EFI Conversion & Wiring Harness Experts

**COMPLETE** Cross Member - Custom Fabricate

**COMPLETE** Motor Mount Brackets - Custom Fabricate

**PURCHASED** ACDelco D850AGM Original Brake Light Switch
Amazon product ASIN B000KFZ3UM
**PURCHASED** Custom Spray Can Color Matched Paint (For Engine Bay)
Touch Up Spray Paint | AutomotiveTouchup

**PURCHASED** Summit Racing Universal Stainless Steel Battery Tray (Part# SUM-G1201)
Summit Racing® Stainless Steel Battery Trays SUM-G1201

**PURCHASED** Mark's Adapters - Oil pressure sensor adaptor - M16 x 1.5 to 1/8" BSP (Part# MFK669G3)
Oil pressure sensor adaptor - M16 x 1.5 to 1/8

**PURCHASED** Mark's Adapters - Water temperature sensor adaptor M12 x 1.5 - M16 x 1.5 (Part# MFK707G3L)
Water temperature sensor adaptor M12 x 1.5 - M16 x 1.5

**PURCHASED** ACDelco Transmission oil cooler lines - Upper and Lower (Part#s 15809053 & 15773661)
Amazon product ASIN B0016IV82OAmazon.com: ACDelco 15809053 GM Original Equipment Automatic Transmission Auxiliary Fluid Cooler Upper Line: Automotive

**PURCHASED** Howell MAF Mass Airflow Sensor (Part# HMAF5W)
LS1/LS2/LS6/LS3 (98-07) 5-Pin Mass Air Flow Sensor - Howell EFI Conversion & Wiring Harness Experts

**PURCHASED** Bando Serpentine Compressor belt (Part# 4PK960)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CAYSK6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

**PURCHASED** Bando Serpentine Belt (Part# 6PK2345)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CAXIBQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

**PURCHASED** ACDelco Flanged Idler Pulley (Part# 38009)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C9M6EM/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

**PURCHASED** Walbro High Pressure In-Line Fuel Pump (Part# GSL392BX)
Walbro High-Pressure Inline Fuel Pumps GSL392BX

**PURCHASED** Walbro Electric Fuel Pump Mounts (Part# 400-939)
Walbro Electric Fuel Pump Mounts 400-939

**PURCHASED** Tanks Inc. Fuel Filter Pressure Regulator 5 Micron (Part# LS9904)
Tanks Inc. LS Fuel Filter Pressure Regulators LS9904

**PURCHASED** Russell Competition Pre-Fuel Filter 40 Micron (Part# 650133)
Russell Competition Fuel Filters 650133

**PURCHASED** Russell ProFlex Stainless Steel Braided Fuel Hose 20ft (Part# 632090)
Russell ProFlex Hose 632090

**PURCHASED** Russell Fuel Rail Fitting Adapter (Part# 640940)
Russell Fuel Rail Fitting Adapters 640940

**PURCHASED** 5/16 Russell Push on EFI Fitting (Part# 644113)
Russell Push-On EFI Fittings 644113

**PURCHASED** QTY: 2 3/8 Russell Much on EFI Fitting (Part# 644123)
Russell Push-On EFI Fittings 644123

**PURCHASED** QTY: 2 Russell AN to Metric Adapter Fitting (Part# 670470)
Russell AN to Metric Adapter Fittings 670470

**PURCHASED** QTY: 10 Summit Racing AN6 Hose Ends (Part# 220690B)
Summit Racing® Hose Ends SUM-220690B

**PURCHASED** Summit Racing AN to Tube Adapter Fitting (Part# SUM-2200077B)
Summit Racing® AN to Tube Adapter Fittings SUM-2200077B

**PURCHASED** Gates Belt Tensioner Pulley (Part# 38159)
Amazon.com: Belt Tensioner, Industry Number, 38159: Automotive

**PURCHASED** Four Seasons Heater Valve (Part#74809)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C2QSVQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

**PURCHASED** Dorman Power Steering Pulley (Part# 300-200)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CSZ4JM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

**PURCHASED** Griffen Universal Radiator Mounting Bracket (Part# KD-00050)
Griffin Universal Radiator Mounting Brackets KD-00050

**PURCHASED** Summit Racing Adjustable Aluminum Fan Shroud Kit (Part# SUM-380482-SH)
Summit Racing® Adjustable Aluminum Fan Shroud Kits SUM-380482-SH

**PURCHASED** PCV Valve (Part# ACDelco 19313318)
https://www.summitracing.com/nv/parts/ado-19313318/overview/

**PURCHASED** Griffen Radiator Cap (Part# KM-60)
https://www.summitracing.com/nv/parts/gri-km-60/overview/

**PURCHASED** QTY 2 Stainless Works O2 Bung Plug (Part# O2P)
https://www.summitracing.com/nv/parts/stw-o2p/overview/

**PURCHASED** 2010-2015 Exhaust Pipes Complete with Cats & both 02 Sensors
EBAY

**PURCHASED** Transitional Hose Splicer For Radiator Hose
1 3/4" to 1 1/2"
https://jagsthatrun.com/collections/best-sellers/products/transitional-hose-splicers

**PURCHASED** QTY 2 Radiator Hose Tees For Heater Hoses
3/4" x 3/4" x 5/8" (Tee) & 5/8" x 5/8" x 1/2" (Tee)
https://jagsthatrun.com/collections/best-sellers/products/brass-and-aluminum-tees-for-radiator-hose

**PURCHASED** Coolant Window Transitional Splicer with Air Bleed & Steam Vent
1 1/2" to 1 1/4" with 5/16 Steam Vent
https://jagsthatrun.com/collections/best-sellers/products/coolant-sight-glass

**PURCHASED** DENSO AC Condensor (Part# 8057-05239744)
https://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1987/toyota/land_cruiser/climate_control/a-fs-c_condenser.html

**PURCHASED** DENSO AC Receiver Drier (Part# 8057-09030401)
https://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1...er/climate_control/a-fs-c_receiver_drier.html

**PURCHASED** DENSO AC Expansion Valve (Part# W0133-1622760)
https://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1...r/climate_control/a-fs-c_expansion_valve.html

**PURCHASED** DENSO AC Evaporator (Part# W0133-1748697)
https://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1987/toyota/land_cruiser/climate_control/a-fs-c_evaporator.html

**PURCHASED** LS Swap AC Compressor Adapter Fittings Size #8 & #10 (Part# DENSO 10S17F & 10S20F)
EBAY

**PURCHASED** #10 45 Degree O-Ring R-134 13mm Suction Port Fitting
https://coldhose.com

**PURCHASED** #8 90 Degree O-Ring R-134 16mm Discharge Port Fitting
https://coldhose.com

AirRaid Intake

Accelerator Pedal - Cut Escalade Pedal - Weld Toyota Pedal

Dual in - Single Out Exhaust

*This list is almost done*

I’m doing this build on a fj62 with a lq9 and I purchased what I believe to be a 4l65e 4x4 . From what I’ve read I should have purchased a 2wd ? Even know my 62 is 4x4 . Did you purchase 4l60e 2wd or 4x4?

 

[Wisco83]

I’m doing this build on a fj62 with a lq9 and I purchased what I believe to be a 4l65e 4x4 . From what I’ve read I should have purchased a 2wd ? Even know my 62 is 4x4 . Did you purchase 4l60e 2wd or 4x4?

Yeah you need the 2wd trans and you have to cut down the output shaft to use the Toyota t case adapter

 

[YotoFj62]

Yeah you need the 2wd trans and you have to cut down the output shaft to use the Toyota t case adapter

even if I want to keep 4x4 capability? There’s no way to use the 4l65e 4x4 ? I know the 4l65e are harder to come by (at least have had little luck finding them ) and I picked this one up for 300 so if there’s any way to use it IE adapters or anything I would like to use it. If it’s to much of a pain then I’ll start looking for a 2 wheel drive

 

[MANUCHAO]

You can use the 4x4 4L65E. In order to use it.. you have to swap the output shaft for that of a 2wd...
If you can work on your own tranny great..!!! upgrade all the innards as well (since you are in there)...
If you cant do your own work. then it'll be a pretty penny to have a shop do the work....
transmission is just the medium that transmits the power from the engine to the transfer case to your wheels...
so to answer you quesiton the 4WD factor has to do with your TC and not your transmission....

 

[Wisco83]

You can use the 4x4 4L65E. In order to use it.. you have to swap the output shaft for that of a 2wd...
If you can work on your own tranny great..!!! upgrade all the innards as well (since you are in there)...
If you cant do your own work. then it'll be a pretty penny to have a shop do the work....
transmission is just the medium that transmits the power from the engine to the transfer case to your wheels...
so to answer you quesiton the 4WD factor has to do with your TC and not your transmission....

Yeah what he said lol looking for the 2wd trans will be an most cost effective solution I’m sure..

 

[YotoFj62]

You can use the 4x4 4L65E. In order to use it.. you have to swap the output shaft for that of a 2wd...
If you can work on your own tranny great..!!! upgrade all the innards as well (since you are in there)...
If you cant do your own work. then it'll be a pretty penny to have a shop do the work....
transmission is just the medium that transmits the power from the engine to the transfer case to your wheels...
so to answer you quesiton the 4WD factor has to do with your TC and not your transmission....

Ok thanks for the help much appreciated

 

[megolfer]

When you’ve had a FJ with no AC for 5 years ya get ear to ear grins when laying out a AC System.

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Slapped the rear deiveline on

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Routed radiator hoses.

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After the 3rd air intake system I think I found an Airaid that will work. It’ll need a few mods but doable.

I know this has been a long time, but do you remember what hoses you used for the top and bottom radiator hoses. Thanks

 

[WWT]

It’s been about a year since my build. Must say haven’t been too active on mud. I lurk here and there though. Motor is running good! No major updates. Filled up my power steering fluid today. You get the jist of the update news.

Been so busy with the kiddo and another on the way that any major FJ revisions are on the back burner (just for a little bit). I know, I know... I have a hard time saying that too).

But.... life lessons on the things that matter most can be learned at 2 years old and re-learned at 39 years old. It’s a mad world! However, if the FJ keeps mean mugging me each day, I’m sure I’ll open a can of worms sooner or later.

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That's awesome
Any quick updates on how the engine swap has been now that it's been 2+ years?

 

[eljefe83]

This was fun to follow along with. Very informative! Thanks for the detailed write up!