MattJakobs
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How many miles are on it? Internals look? How's it run? Ect.
V8 conversion
- Thread starter Singtoe
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Dirtyfingers
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Dang...I should fly you out here [MENTION=59542]Singtoe[/MENTION] so you can finish mine for me hahaha and take some vacation to in kinda nice but not so much San Diego.
Singtoe
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169k
169k It ran fine. I drove it around just to burn up the last 1/4 tank of gas. It just didn't have the power that my 4Runner has :juggle:
Singtoe
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I worked in the rain today...
I removed the Tundra Cab.
Here is the Tundra Frame with is VVTI 2UZ-FE sticking out of it.
Then I removed the 4Runner's body
4runner fram stripped down waiting for the 2UZ
This is as far as I got Today. It started to down pour shortly after...
Tomorrow, I will going to Hickory to pick a up a Rav4. More projects and no time..
I removed the Tundra Cab.
Here is the Tundra Frame with is VVTI 2UZ-FE sticking out of it.
Then I removed the 4Runner's body
4runner fram stripped down waiting for the 2UZ
This is as far as I got Today. It started to down pour shortly after...
Tomorrow, I will going to Hickory to pick a up a Rav4. More projects and no time..
the great him
Elite Member
How much for the 5vz?
RockenAlex
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I have an interesting request for you, if you don't mind. While you have both body's off could you snap a few pics of the front diff setup on both trucks so I can compare the two as closely as possible, I may do a front 8" conversion on my third gen with that diff.
Preciate it Sing!
Preciate it Sing!
LittleCaesar
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That is one clean 2uz. Good find Greenbow, as well as taking excellent care of your 4runner.
I don't think I could sleep; I'd just be counting 2uzs until I took delivery of my new ride.
I don't think I could sleep; I'd just be counting 2uzs until I took delivery of my new ride.
Singtoe
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Tundra's up until 2007 had the same diff as the 4runner.
So no benefit swapping diffs.
eatmorechickenx
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I want in!!!
GreenbowCounty
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Preciate it!
[MENTION=69868]LittleCaesar[/MENTION] big thanks, was hoping to wrap things up sooner but between newborn, work and losing other auctions I've been antsy to finish the build. Told my boss and family I need a real vacation this year so in August I'm heading west for three weeks on expo (NM, AZ, CO, CA, OR, WA, BC:canada:,ID and WY) Truck will be completed for sure by end of June, no exceptions. Can't tell you how excited I am about this swap. After this time for:
Bumpers
JDM aux cabin ion filter
Wheels and 35s
Sound upgrade
Roll bar and cargo slide tray install
Paint:car:
[MENTION=69868]LittleCaesar[/MENTION] big thanks, was hoping to wrap things up sooner but between newborn, work and losing other auctions I've been antsy to finish the build. Told my boss and family I need a real vacation this year so in August I'm heading west for three weeks on expo (NM, AZ, CO, CA, OR, WA, BC:canada:,ID and WY) Truck will be completed for sure by end of June, no exceptions. Can't tell you how excited I am about this swap. After this time for:
Bumpers
JDM aux cabin ion filter
Wheels and 35s
Sound upgrade
Roll bar and cargo slide tray install
Paint:car:
LittleCaesar
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Congrats on the new arrival. If I had a little one in the abode I don't know if I could even take on a project like this, even with Rob doing the work.
Make sure to take one if not more videos and post them so the rest of us can just dream....:rockon:
RockenAlex
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You don't say... I could have sworn they were 8". I appreciate the info, no need to save if for me in that case!
the great him
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if you want a stronger front diff swap in a 2003 or newer front diff, or a second gen tacoma front diff, those are the 8" front diff
RockenAlex
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That's the new plan! I thought I was going to have quick access to this diff but didn't realize it was the exact same! I may attempt to swap a 4th gen rear axle as well and get me some good rear brakes...
4Running Daily
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There is a 3rd gen 4Runner out there with a 9" front diff from the 2nd Generation Tundra. I saw the thread somewhere.
shouldbeasy
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What sort of power does the V8 swap make to the wheels?
Is it a massive improvement over a supercharger? Now that I've had my 4Runner tuned I am interested to compare numbers... knowing that any comparison needs to be taken with a grain of salt of course.
Is it a massive improvement over a supercharger? Now that I've had my 4Runner tuned I am interested to compare numbers... knowing that any comparison needs to be taken with a grain of salt of course.
Singtoe
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The Tundra is 271 hp while the 5vz-fe is 190 hp plus supercharger of max gain of 40 hp for a total of 230 hp.
It is a massive improvement because the V8 makes its power in the lower rpms while the supercharged needs to wind out to make its power.
SCRunner12
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Singtoe, interested in these? 2000-2004 Toyota Tundra TRD Headers w/gaskets for 4.7L V8
Edit: They are sold.
Edit: They are sold.
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shouldbeasy
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Odd, my supercharger comes on strong at low RPM's... You're a smart guy so I bet I'm wrong, but are you thinking of a turbo?
My 4Runner makes ~230 WHP and 285 WTQ. The torque does continue to climb (not completely flat) and I bet the low end grunt of the V8 torque would be desirable but perhaps not as noticeable as you believe?
In any case, I think a D4D conversion is on my wish list. Diesel is where it's at.
Singtoe
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The V8 makes 315 lb/ft which is very smooth, Lexus type power. I am not knocking on the supercharger but this is power made on regular unleaded.
If i find a supercharger for the 2UZ at a good price, I wouldn't turn it down.:hungry:
