Ok, so I have got far enough into this project that I now feel fully committed and I figure it is time to start a build thread. I hope you guys enjoy this as much as I will.
To start off here is a picture of my white 1992 fj80,
Fairly stock in that picture except for the running boards and roof rack are gone.
A little bit of a back story. I bought the cruiser three years ago with the intent on just doing some PM and driving it. Well, a few months after I bought it, whatever the previous owner had used to cover up the crack in the block gave way which led to my discovery of said crack. Boy was I upset. I was able to go for two years in that condition, constantly adding coolant, while saving up $$$ for the needed engine work.
Ever since I discovered the crack I have been researching different engine options. I carefully considered a Toyota V8, Chevy V8, and some diesel options. But all of those required more fab skills than I possessed, and they cost more than I was willing to spend. I finally realized that I would have to stay with a 3fe engine. The problem was that any of the 3fe's I found for sale had high mileage, and while they would probably last a good while still, I wouldn't have peace of mind while driving my cruiser in wilderness area's. I then thought I would just rebuild my 3fe with another 3fe block. And that is when I learned about a 2fe.
Instantly I loved the idea. You combine the best parts of two good Toyota engines, and you get an engine that will perform better than either stock engine. Now, don't get me wrong. While there is an improvement, it isn't that drastic. In fact, I am not looking to get better fuel economy or power than a 3fe with this swap. While I predict that I will have more power and better economy, it is not the reason I am doing this. I am doing this because it will be fun, a good learning experience, and I will end up with a reliable vehicle that I can always count on. With that said, I am super curious to see how this will turn out.
Here are links of some engine rebuilding threads that I like. I will be adding more as I come across them.
Big Gay 2F Build Tech
Help me plan for a 2FE
Dyno results : 2F-E vs 2F carbed
Is a rebuilt 2f as good as "new"? An old, entertaining thread. On post #48, Jim C lists some of the parts he uses in his rebuilds.
in too deep and gettin' deeper build thread
2FE Build Opinions Needed
130 amp alternator??
3fe - Tundra Alternator Mod
York Onboard Air Compressor
3FE oil pan gasket install tricks
Engine Rebuild Questions
Con rod Bolts upgrade on 2F
H42 four speed manual transmission into 1992 FJ80
To start off here is a picture of my white 1992 fj80,
Fairly stock in that picture except for the running boards and roof rack are gone.
A little bit of a back story. I bought the cruiser three years ago with the intent on just doing some PM and driving it. Well, a few months after I bought it, whatever the previous owner had used to cover up the crack in the block gave way which led to my discovery of said crack. Boy was I upset. I was able to go for two years in that condition, constantly adding coolant, while saving up $$$ for the needed engine work.
Ever since I discovered the crack I have been researching different engine options. I carefully considered a Toyota V8, Chevy V8, and some diesel options. But all of those required more fab skills than I possessed, and they cost more than I was willing to spend. I finally realized that I would have to stay with a 3fe engine. The problem was that any of the 3fe's I found for sale had high mileage, and while they would probably last a good while still, I wouldn't have peace of mind while driving my cruiser in wilderness area's. I then thought I would just rebuild my 3fe with another 3fe block. And that is when I learned about a 2fe.
Instantly I loved the idea. You combine the best parts of two good Toyota engines, and you get an engine that will perform better than either stock engine. Now, don't get me wrong. While there is an improvement, it isn't that drastic. In fact, I am not looking to get better fuel economy or power than a 3fe with this swap. While I predict that I will have more power and better economy, it is not the reason I am doing this. I am doing this because it will be fun, a good learning experience, and I will end up with a reliable vehicle that I can always count on. With that said, I am super curious to see how this will turn out.
Here are links of some engine rebuilding threads that I like. I will be adding more as I come across them.
Big Gay 2F Build Tech
Help me plan for a 2FE
Dyno results : 2F-E vs 2F carbed
Is a rebuilt 2f as good as "new"? An old, entertaining thread. On post #48, Jim C lists some of the parts he uses in his rebuilds.
in too deep and gettin' deeper build thread
2FE Build Opinions Needed
130 amp alternator??
3fe - Tundra Alternator Mod
York Onboard Air Compressor
3FE oil pan gasket install tricks
Engine Rebuild Questions
Con rod Bolts upgrade on 2F
H42 four speed manual transmission into 1992 FJ80
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