HJ47 Troopy Engine Replacement Options? (Currently a tired 5.7L Vortec/350 SBC) (1 Viewer)

[HJ47]

(Note: I've got a build thread for my troopy going, but I don't really get many responses on it. Throwing this question out to the larger group.)

Vehicle Background:

• 1984 HJ47 Troopy in middle of bodywork and paint restore
• Engine is a Chevy Vortec 5.7L/350 (version L31) swapped in about 2000. Allegedly around 30K miles on it.
• H55f transmission (new at time of swap, maybe 10K miles on it)
• '87 split transfer case (fully rebuilt at time of swap) out an FJ60, has the 38mm idler shaft and parking brake drum thing on it
• Advanced Adapter 350/H42 kit (gleaned from PO's posts)
• Note: original 2H engine, engine wiring harness, and related engine bay parts the PO sold off at the time of the swap in 2000 so it's not waiting on a pallet somewhere

State of the current Vortec:

• Need new engine wiring harness (current one spliced up to one-off make shift fuse boxes, couple of the sensors are melted/damaged)
• Need new fuel lines and fuel pump (I deleted the homemade 2nd tank with the GM fuel pump, it had tons of venting issues with the OEM tank)
• Need new full exhaust (threw out old rusted out one )
• Engine has been outside under a tarp for two years after it was removed for the restore (exhaust removed, so 'open' at the headers)
• Issues during ownership (last 8 years) - both engine and user errors
  • MAP sensor issues (unplugged, runs better without, otherwise stalls out even with a new sensor)
  • MAF sensor issues (sensor got melted not used not)
  • Air intake wiggled loose from filter, maybe 500 miles before I released, so no air filter for a couple months of use
  • Lifter issue causing a 'tractor' type clacking noises, did get fixed

So...I'm currently looking at least a new engine wiring harness, MAP and MAF sensors (plus more?), correct air intake filter, mild (at least) rebuild/reconditioning after sitting for two years under a tarp, new fuel lines, new fuel pump, maybe new fuel sender, plus ???/$$$ to get this Vortec back in business.

I keep thinking instead of 'throwing away money' getting the old Vortec usable again in a freshly restored tub/chassis, I should save that money and put it toward an LS3, Cummins R2.8, 2F, or a 1HZ/Toyota diesel engine swap instead.

Any thoughts?

 

[SNLC]

LS or 1HDFT is what I would go with.

Cheers

 

[ceylonfj40nut]

^^^x2.

 

[ToyotaMatt]

Personally i would start with making a needed live real time Phone conference with Cameron Mosley of Mosley Motors , @FJ60Cam

Cam is a MUD SUPPORTING VENDOR , and has taken the whole topic of rebuilding a 2F Engine to various options levels and Spec. points


If i currently needed any form of a Re-Built 2F for a Shop Clients in-house job , where a worry free Long or Short Block was required , i would
Not even think of another source to meet my needs and the needs of my Company ..................

He is Professional , Friendly and most importantly ALL Business


check out his SUPER 2F , most impressive !

MOSLEY MOTORS

Mosley Motors is a company that provides parts and services for FJ40, FJ60, FJ80, FZJ80, UZJ 100 Toyota Land Cruisers. Engine conversions, fuel injections kits, leather upholstery and more.

www.mosleymotors.com

matt .....



When i think of a 2F now , this is what pops into my head . Timeless " Vintage TOYOTA Factory Focus Points "

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[HJ47]

LS or 1HDFT is what I would go with.

Cheers

Reading through your 1HDFT in a 1967 build thread now. Good stuff!

 

[HJ47]

Personally i would start with making a needed live real time Phone conference with Cameron Mosley of Mosley Motors , @FJ60Cam

Cam is a MUD SUPPORTING VENDOR , and has taken the whole topic of rebuilding a 2F Engine to various options levels and Spec. points

check out his SUPER 2F , most impressive !

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Holy sh!t that super 2F!

 

[ToyotaMatt]

Holy sh!t that super 2F!

YES Sir...............

that is a thing of beauty that has NO match i am aware of ?

my next 2F build will Strive to look and feel similar .....................

but ?

maybe im not worthy .....

 

[pjohnson]

It's an HJ47, it should have a diesel in it