If it fits then there's maybe a way. We drove that truck home, made sure it ran right and then pulled it apart. Its a Tank right off the lot. Lightweight and powerful - with 190 HP (a 45 HP increase) - it's equipped with a Toyota multi-port fuel injection system. Use an older Jeep 4-cylinder bell housing from an ax5 trans and turn a long pilot bushing and it will bolt to your transmission. 4RUNNER FJ T CASE SWAP - Rocksolidtoys.com toyotanation.com is not in any way affiliated with Toyota Motor Corporation, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. 5 Must-Have 4Runner Mods 1. Additionally, a GX460 Radiator was swapped in. Check out an article we wrote on the TRD Pro Vs. the TRD Off-Road 4Runner. Every 4Runner solid axle conversion kit in our inventory comes from Trail Gear, an industry-leading manufacturer specializing in superior-quality mods for rock crawlers, racers and trail riders. About the only thing you can do to blow a head gasket, short of adding boost or increasing compression, is overheating your engine. Now for body armorand the complete2nd Gen 4Runneroff-road experience. Id also avoid leather as the cloth seats wear very well with little maintenance. I also thought it might be cool to put round lights behind the square bezels and do a projector HID with angle eyes would look kind of angry not sure. Its hard to pick just one so Ill name a few: We will most likely do some crazy things to the 6th Gen 4Runner when its available. When is RSG going to start offing SAS V8 swaps as a service?? Super sleek and look you can make them look mean! Our next adventure, Lord Willing is to Moab and exploring the back country. Toyota to Debut Future Toyota Adventure Concept in L.A. This doesnt really come into play unless you are looking at long travel suspension lift kits and are seriously looking for a wide range of travel. There are many reasons to perform this engine swap, but the main reasons have to do with performance and reliability (and whose not interested in that? Not sure if I should put some $$$ into it or get sell it. I put in new brushes and kept using it until I got rid of that truck. It was really cool to get to see both of the RSG shops and I was honestly incredibly impressed with what Jason has built. The 4.0 6cyl 4th Gen 4Runner is perfect if you want a daily driver offroad rig because you can do modifications and still keep the 6cyl mpg, unlike the v8. If youre located in or around Colorado and need a dependable and reliable shop, look up RSG Offroad. Crossover pipe flanges are 3/8". We even carry a handful of superchargers that allows you to further enhance and tune the way your engine performs. Thanks, brother!! You would most likely have to swap transmissions as well. iOS and Android Compatible. This for some is unthinkable while some of the newer 5th Gen folk may not even know what manual is. So, the same type of upgrades with more variety. Possibly one of the most desired Toyota 4runners ever is the 19851st Gen 4Runner as its the last year they offered a solid front axle and the first year of Fuel Injection. I was a Cherokee fan (1996 & 2000) but these Toys are far superior on all aspects. This is really awesome! The build is sponsored by Summit so it's mostly summit stuff. Interesting suggestions, indeed. So, if you use this as a 44 always be sure to make sure everything is in tip-top shape so you dont break down your rig or blow a head gasket.. I think it's actually a 2nd gen body on Tacoma frame or something like that. The skill it takes to extract an entire ECU, all the wiring harnesses, and the engine from a Tundra, and then swap all that over to a body thats 20% smaller all while making it look factory on the inside is crazy impressive. Ive been trying to decide which 4Runner will be the best for what I need it for, and this article has helped me make that decision. Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by allthescottsweretaken, Mar 21, 2019. However I love it!!! I have a 98 taco with 350k on it. The most difficult part to source for this swap is the bell housing. 4Runner Generation Years and Differences, Best 4Runner Years & History They specialize in pretty much everything offroad; parts, sales, service, suspension installs, tire/wheel mount and balance, body mount chops, custom fabrication, switch wiring, lightbar wiring, armor installs, and much more. Regearing to 4.56 Gears on the 5th Gen 4Runner on: Oct 16, 2015, 09:10:42 AM . Plasticolor 000543R01 Black Off Road Scene Easy Fit Mud Guard 11" - Set of 2, Portable Car Radio with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, Wireless Car Stereo 7" IPS TouchScreen Car Radio with Bluetooth Hands-Free/Mirror Link/Google and Siri Assistant, Dash or Windshield Mounted, Lockitt POSI-TAP Assortment pack wire connectors 10-22 awg. 4L60 variant trans. With all the write ups online I think Ill tackle wiring myself with plug andplayharness. 94 4runners-engine swap, or front end swap? They are great for work, play and carting around rescued Akitas! I think that a really necessary mod for the 3rd gen 4Runner is the swap for a 2001 Tundra front brake set (199 mm). Most offroad version vehicles have factory skid plates so thats better than nothing. Not the least of which is brand loyalty! If you dont want to swap out (or cant get) the rad support, youll have to cut new mounting holes in the rad support, (not too bad, I guess) and find a way to mount the sealed beam headlights Thatll be the hard part, because they need to be adjustable youll need to get all the mounting hardware and bezels and hope theres meat enough to mount them. Wondering if anyone has knowledge on engine swap possiblities for a 4Runner.. like an earlier model.. early 90's I'm thinking.. Then do a 3.4 swap if you want to keep it toyota or a 7mgte motor. For the transmission and transfer case, a new cross member was built and Tundra transmission mounts were welded in. 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Thank you to everyone who contributed, shared photos, and was cool enough to be cool about what we are doing here on Trail4R.com. If you have these later manifolds select the California & 2002-04 crossover pipe. This Weeks Topic: Amber Off-Road Lighting Hey guys, welcome back, Canvasback Rear Hatch Cover For 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner: Protect Your Truck From Daily Wear & Tear Install, Review & Overview 5th 4Runner owners love how much utility the, Tight Lines 2 x 2 Magnetic Fishing Rod/Pole Transport System Review & Roof Rack Modification For The 5th Gen 4Runner Fishing rods are an investment for any angler. It has a leaking rear passenger side seal and I never upgraded the brakes, really should have the Tundra brake upgrade done on it.. Its a 44 with rear locker and I put Bilsteins on it.. What lift, tire, wheel combo is that on the second gen 4Runner? You need more power, more reliability, and better overall performance. A 3.8 is definitely the more powerful option. This exhaust crossover pipe is designed to be used when swapping a Toyota 3.4L 5VZ-FE Engine into a 1984-1995 Toyota Truck or 4Runner that has the exhaust on the drivers side. Yeah for sure, the 3rd Ge 4Runner is so hot. Nice you're right around the corner. This dude can seriously build a 4Runner. Back in November of 2022, my wife, We Asked 10 Owners Why They Added Amber Off-Road Lighting To Their 5th Gen 4Runners Heres What They Said! Finally, the motor mounts were cut from the Tundra and modified to fit the 4Runner. This was a pretty special piece for us to put out. The 1st Gen 4Runner was a 2-door SUV based on the Toyota Hilux with a truck mix. For upgrades for the 5th Gen, its like the 3rd and 4th gen options. This one is an fair sunroofed 92 4runner with manual trans sr5 4wd no stock elockers with 205k miles on it, i found price range between 2200 up to 6000? Toyota diesel engines models: 2L's, 2L-T's, 3L's and 5L 's for sale in the greater Los Angeles area: Engine Trend Inc George 4515 S.Soto Street Los Angeles,CA 90058 USA Ph: 1-800-939-3295 Ph: (323) 589-2844 www.enginetrend.com Spector Offroad Marv 21600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth,CA 91311 USA Ph: (818) 882-1238 www.sor.com Reseda Engines in Northridge 4.0L V6 Gas. I got my first 2nd gen for $300 with a blown engine. HAHA that'll be a hard pass from me dawg. This was one of the best articles ever. Ive had three 2nd gen 4Runners and I have three friends who had them also, and theyre actually very reliable and unbelievably durable. My engine guy had to throw the whole short block out; it was unsalvageable. thanks Warren, but the 3.0 has many issues with a common head gasket issue due to the exhaust drying them out. Toby, Thanks, man. Overall The 3rd gen 4Runner is where mainstream and mass-produced aftermarket upgrades really started. 4runner Diesel engine swap - YouTube Last year I got my 3rd 4R. I actually owned an 88 4runner with the 3.slow V6. It would probably be difficult to do the electronics. with a 4L80E into his 1st gen tacoma and turbos it. This can allow for some interesting mods. My 1st was a 4Gen (06), 2nd was a 5th (11) and now a 2015. Picture Credit: Most of these photos were shot and edited by RSG Metalworks employees and fellow Toyota owners; David Todd aka @TrailboundT4R, and Ryan Strate aka @RyanStratePhoto. Hey there. It causes oil to leak into cylinder 6 and cause a misfire. I love my 2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5. Yo!! We finally got to catch up with Jason at his shop in Lakewood, CO, to see the T40R spoiler alert, it was so freaking rad! Discount Prices. First released in August 1989 the 2nd Gen 4Runner came with the 4cyl engine again along with the 6cyl, with your choice of a manual or automatic transmission. And with the direction things seem to be heading in the auto industry, Toyota will never put a V8 engine in the 4runner ever again. They are Gen III engines though, so they have the same modular compatibility. Then you bought a Tundra for an engine swap? Always liked the look of the 4th gen 4runner, wanted to move on. Im tossing around the idea of swapping in a 4.3. Everyone always asked what Id do next to the 40 and I always said Tundra 5.7 swap. It would, however, be very interesting to see the end results. Great article! We will also be going over available Off-Road upgrades for each model (1st-5th Gen) and the benefits of each model. You can grab new seat covers, quarter panels, and rockers from many places, so its not a worry either. A General Overview of the5th Gen Toyota 4Runner (2009-Present). For whatever reason on our first3rd Gen 4Runner (1999 SR5), we replaced the brakes multiple times. In our opinion, the 3rd Gen 4Runner, as of 2015-2017, is probably one of the go-to off-road 4Runners. What products does RSG Metalworks offer for the 4Runner? Cheers, Toby! There was a two-door version available, but they are not too common to find anymore. Full Howe hydraulic assist steering custom built with the pump, steering box, ram, and cooler. Every generation of 4runner has offered a V6 engine. I've had a number of emails me asking questions about it and what makes it harder than doing the swap into a Tacoma. The 5th Gen does have a bit more pep in its step compared to the 4th Gens 4.0 though. Fan Pulley Cummins PN 5270363. When you are on a trail, the power comes in incredibly handy in almost every situation. It's a 2wd swap, but most of the stuff is still relevant. You still can get bolt-on transmission adaptors to easily install a chevy 350 or a ford 302 or even a newer generation 4Runner 3.4l v6 for more power. Luckily I only scrubbed through the video. And these were all factory brakes, no crazy upgrades. There are many Straight-Axle Swap Kits available for the later 1st Gen 4Runners as well. If you have any questions for RSG or the T40R, you can find them all over Instagram. Im wondering how to do the headlight and grill swap on my 95 4Runner as showed in the pictures. Mine is a 2007SR5, v6, 420,000 miles. Vendor specials, free gear, giveaway notifications, group buys and more! Our maiden drive was Yellowstone and it got 23mpg at 7000 feet. Clinton Saephan (@amg_t4r) 2016 Trail Edition 4. There are many fabrication companies that make stunning products for the 2nd Gen 4Runner. Thats the look at this and I have no clue why that photos in there! KB, wait, you have owned 5 4Runners? Its commonly equipped with the 22re 4cyl and a 3.0 6cyl with the choice of a manual or automatic transmission. I love the 96-98 style, cant stand the limited or the extended bumpers on the 99-02. But, there are plenty of them out there for spare parts so its not a major concern like 1st and 2nd Gen 4Runners. And every Generation now. RSG is a top quality shop. This Weeks Topic: Off-Road Recovery Gear Hey guys, welcome. Thanks for catching that!! This is an awesome articals! allthescottsweretaken, Mar 21, 2019 #1 In late 2017, RSG started building their own armor, including their first set of rock sliders to fit the growing demand for the offroad community. Jason actually started a thread on T4R.org a while back but most of the images are broken, and if theres one thing you can count on with forums its broken images. Will RSG plan on Diff Skids, LCA Skids, or Other Products? The 3.4 6 cyl that came in the 3rd Gen is truly the best motor for offroading in most peoples opinion due to it not having any major/common issues to worry about other than timing belts. Any issues with 4th gen now thats its been almost 2 years? Obviously, find a locker unless you plan on SAS, then 2wd would be a good option because you scrap the axles which would bring locked front and rear, transmission and transfer-case. So when Yota Tech memberhoytyota84found himself in need of a heart transplant for his 90 pickup, he wisely headed to the forums for advice on the matter. Each was better than the last and all have been great. Both of these guys are a pillar part of the RSG family and it shouldnt go unoticed. We enjoy pushing the vehicles limits and learning from them. I've already discussed it with them. Yeah, I agree. I do love them BMW swaps and Subaru. I would like to discuss a custom hlins suspension in my opinion easily the top suspension brand on the market today. The 4.0 6cyl4th Gen 4Runner does not have any major issues but always be sure to thoroughly look it over. 2016 Olathe Toyota Parts Center. Lotso options. The 5th Gen 4Runner can be purchased in a variety of models including; classic SR5, Trail, TRD Pro, TRD Off-Road, and Limited which are all great for Off-Road. For anyone that is buying this generation 4Runner, automatic vs manual should not be a question. my 92 budget build. This article is so helpful if your looking to buy a 4runner or just interested in making yours better. 5VZ Swap- Toyota 3.4L 5VZ-FE into 4Runner or Pickup Truck Engine Swap That isn't an LS. This thing is a straight monster! Rear Housing Ford 9 size fully built Tacoma Currie (Currie Enterprise) with adapter kit for the brakes, Custom driveshafts built with a larger U-Joint and larger diameter shafts, 12 KING Coilovers (12 travel on all corners) with remote reservoirs all the way around, 40 Toyo MT 40X13.50R17, 17x8.5 Trailgear Beadlocks with -18 offset, Custom RSG Off-Road hybrid front and rear high-clearance bumpers, $75,000 If you counted labor at $100 per hour we have roughly 750 hrs into it. Trail 4Runner participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links or to other retailer sites from Trail4Runner.com. 3rd Gen gal all the way ! Opinions please! Instead of gaining a new driveline the 4.7l v8 is lost and only the 4.0 6cyl stayed paired with an automatic transmission. You make this thing sound like a ticking time bomb; thats simply wrong. Use an older Jeep 4-cylinder bell housing from an ax5 trans and turn a long pilot bushing and it will bolt to your transmission. 5-Speed Automatic. These crossover pipes are a direct bolt up to the factory 2:1 section with the 02 sensor mount. Dims 50-80% of Light, in Minimal Packaging. The rectangular sealed beam lights and swing gate spare tire carrier are cool AF, and the second gen fenders have an almost flared/muscular look to them. Solid Axle Conversion Kits for Toyota 4Runner | 4 Wheel Parts If you have any questions, please let us know. I used to have a 3rd gen and I will always love that simple body style that Toyota made, but the new ones are pretty dang sexy.Love these photos too! This 5th Gen 4Runner is not only running straight axles on 40 mud terrains but also features a blown Tundra V8. Fun fact. Lately Ive been getting offers to buy it from strangers off the street on a reg basis . Jason was busy, I was busy, and like most important things in life, it just got pushed to the side. Flipped Dana 300 or an old ford 205 if I could find one. That engine did not debut until the 2nd gen 4runner. For the first time in Toyota 4Runner heritage, the4th Gen 4Runner now comes packed with an option for the4.7l v8. 10 Months Of 4Runner Ownership & Frequent Modifications: We Like About Our 2022 TRD ORP 4Runner Build I come from a background of performance cars and living in the UK. Once you get the swap, youll notice a discernible difference whether youre climbing hills, 4-wheeling to a secret camping spot, or racing down the highway. This 5VZ swap crossover exhaust pipe is designed to be used with the Toyota 3.4L 5VZ factory exhaust manifolds for 1995 -2001 with Federal Emissions, these are the cast manifolds, California emissions and 2002-2004 manifolds are non cast and have a differentflange shape*. I believe they were introduced in 87 or 88. An absolute beauty of a 4Runner, though. R154 Transmission Mount Kit For 95-04 Toyota Tacoma Truck 2JZ-GTE Swap Item Code: TM-R154-Tacoma9504 $290.58 2JZGTE 2JZ-GTE Engine Mount Kit For 95-04 Toyota Tacoma Truck 2JZ Swap Item Code: ESK-2JZ-Tacoma9504 $420.18 2JZ-GTE Engine R154 Transmission Mount For 95-04 Toyota Tacoma Truck 2JZ Swap Item Code: ESK-TM-2JZ-Tacoma9504 $582.33 The Flanges are countersunk to use the same round factory style exhaust gaskets for a factory type seal.. This is the first generation of 4Runner where they introduced 4 doors. While some 4Runners have enough clearance, most will need a scoop or body lift to make it happen. No Hassle Returns. But, there are even more aftermarket Bumpers, Lights, Suspensions, Roof Racks, and Lift Kits then the previous two generations of the 4Runner. 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Toyota 4runner 4.7 V8 vs. 4.0 V6: How Do They Really Compare? Thank u a lot. For those who only need to get from point A to point B and take their 4Runner off-road sparingly, the 3.0L will probably do just fine. Now if youre looking for an offroading rig with a touch of class or a vehicle your spouse cant complain about, the 4th Gen 4Runner is for you. If SAS is not your goal but you still want to wheel, I would look for a 2000-2002 sport with maybe minor front and rear bumper damage (because you would replace with upgrades), mild miles (170-210ish), well-serviced (you can tell by the owner usually), and stock everything. We put 210K miles on our 3rd Gen 4Runner and replaced the drums/ rotors 7 times (thats not normal). Do you have experience with the 3.4L engine swap? Phone Finder. Whats your favorite Rock Slider you offer? The TRD Pro comes with beefier Bilsteins. This makes them very special. (Frame rotted out) My 3rd one is still kicking. I know alot of times with these swaps people use the whole drive train, ecu, dash, pedals, and all that, costume housing and lots of fab work. It took me a while to even find the wiring for it due to how well they wired it up. Anything is possible! JavaScript is disabled. Brenan is the founder of Trail4R.com, Toyota guy through and through, verified nature lover, lightweight photographer, exploration enthusiast, and certified serial blogger. Im open to other ideas. In fact, its pretty straightforward. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Would like avenue to get expanded front fenders. Sometimes salvage titles are really good deals and the reason they are salvaged is minor. With the 22re 1st Gen 4Runner, you will have a wide range of aftermarket parts as well, which we will get to soon. While both the v6 and the v8 are 300-500k engines, theres a known problem with the v6 head-gaskets from 2003-2005. Like everyone else wish v8 came as an option. Its a vehicle with a long production history, lots of user communities for support, and exceptionally good off-road [], can i replace front bumper from 2004 4runner with same from 2008 if I do whole assembly? Granted these are for gear heads that want power. : ) #cheers! I started by removing the Tacobox along with other 4Runner parts pre-added to the truck during the SAS build-out and started getting into it. We will be comparing the pros and cons of every 4Runner 1984-Present. Im starting to get the 2.5yr bluessolid front axle swap or lt1 ls1 v8 swap? The 4.7l v8 4th Gen 4Runner is perfect if you ever need to tow anything or decide you want to do a massive lift and need the extra power. Ive owned 2 4runners so far. Probably 99-2002 but there are really nice 96-98 4Runners out there as well. 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Today, RSG offers a streamlined fabrication production line including rock sliders, skid plates, and electronic parts for many different Toyota and Lexus models.
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