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vtcruiser60 said:
Don't give up VT!!!
It looks to me like you have a good shortblock from the first engine, and a good head from the second - marry them puppies and get Cruising!
Buck up little camper!
brand new in box fj62 shortblock
I have a brand new still in the original Toyota cardboard box. FJ62 shortblock with 0 miles. I thought I would post this and try to sell it here before I auction it on Ebay and they ream me in fees. If anyone is interested (serious inquiries only) email me @ speedntriple@lycos.com and I will send you pictures and price. thanks!
I have a brand new still in the original Toyota cardboard box. FJ62 shortblock with 0 miles. I thought I would post this and try to sell it here before I auction it on Ebay and they ream me in fees. If anyone is interested (serious inquiries only) email me @ speedntriple@lycos.com and I will send you pictures and price. thanks!
meatloaf said:
You can do a search online for used auto parts, I cant remeber where but I found a place that had used landcruiser motors for around $3000 (long Block).
http://www.car-part.com has used parts...
you could put in a '99+ LSx based motor from a Chevy truck. 4.8/5.3 (iron block/alum heads) with a NV4500 go for much less than the LS1 (all aluminum) V8's. The above website has them from rolled/crashed trucks.
Alternatively a used 2F motor would do the trick or buying a rusty beast and pulling what you need. You could probably get the engine for free after parting out the rest.
V8 conversions require adapter plates and I would budget 30-50% more than you initially plan on spending. I've done multiple engine conversions and it is the little things that nickel and dime you to death.
-Mark
you could put in a '99+ LSx based motor from a Chevy truck. 4.8/5.3 (iron block/alum heads) with a NV4500 go for much less than the LS1 (all aluminum) V8's. The above website has them from rolled/crashed trucks.
Alternatively a used 2F motor would do the trick or buying a rusty beast and pulling what you need. You could probably get the engine for free after parting out the rest.
V8 conversions require adapter plates and I would budget 30-50% more than you initially plan on spending. I've done multiple engine conversions and it is the little things that nickel and dime you to death.
-Mark
Meatloaf -
If you're not a mechanic, you're going to HATE doing an engine swap on a 60 (no matter new, used, or rebuilt) - the smog crap will drive you crazy. You should start out with something easy, like an air-cooled Bug.
Wingy -
Let me quote a mechanic friend on swapping in a new Toy V8: "Why don't you pick something REALLY HARD?" Think about it - Rod Millen's FJ55 cost about $500K to build, & it has that engine.
If you're not a mechanic, you're going to HATE doing an engine swap on a 60 (no matter new, used, or rebuilt) - the smog crap will drive you crazy. You should start out with something easy, like an air-cooled Bug.
Wingy -
Let me quote a mechanic friend on swapping in a new Toy V8: "Why don't you pick something REALLY HARD?" Think about it - Rod Millen's FJ55 cost about $500K to build, & it has that engine.
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Tinker said:
Air cooled bug, huh? I've had a bug, actually, I learned how to drive (had me first wreck too) in one! I'm not officially a mechanic but I've done a couple of Toy truck 'same engine & tranny type' swaps, plenty of clutches, 3rd members, brakes, etc...I cannot rebuild an engine or tranny, but I can sure wrench (or try) my way with just about everything else. If I get stuck, I can always count on this forum... This forum rocks, when it comes to help! I look forward to the satisfaction of doing the TBI swap myself. This type of stuff, and some beers, is therapy for the mind.
Meatloaf
