3.0 to 3.4L swap (3VZ-E to 5VZ-FE)

[TacoXpo]

how is that?

I carry a map torch on most of my trips (especially if I have smores materials). All you would need to do is keep solder in your tool bag. I've seen brass ones crack where you could patch it... that's all.

 

[drew02a]

I carry a map torch on most of my trips (especially if I have smores materials). All you would need to do is keep solder in your tool bag. I've seen brass ones crack where you could patch it... that's all.

I figured it was something along those lines. You definitely can't solder Aluminum

 

[TacoXpo]

I figured it was something along those lines. You definitely can't solder Aluminum

No and although you can epoxy the tanks (sometimes with luck) but most of the time you're hosed.

 

[drew02a]

I just pulled the old exhaust crossover. I should probably get some new gaskets before I install the new one huh?

 

[yotarob]

I just pulled the old exhaust crossover. I should probably get some new gaskets before I install the new one huh?

Yeah. Those will be a bitch to change later if they leak. The risk is not worth saving a couple bucks on gaskets.

 

[drew02a]

Yeah. Those will be a bitch to change later if they leak. The risk is not worth saving a couple bucks on gaskets.

Cool, I called O'Reilly to see if they had the right size, but they put me on hold. So, while I was waiting, I went to RockAuto.com and was finished ordering before they picked the phone back up. Good thing I'm not in a big hurry to get the motor back in... yet

 

[drew02a]

The "Bomb Proof" motor mounts came in today

 

[n0rth]

Look forward to seeing this come together, I just sent a friend of mine a link to your thread he was asking about the same swap yesterday for his 95 4runner.

 

[drew02a]

Look forward to seeing this come together, I just sent a friend of mine a link to your thread he was asking about the same swap yesterday for his 95 4runner.

I got some good links on complete write-ups and other info if you want them.

 

[n0rth]

I'm sure he will be lurking your thread and sign up for the board so he will probably be hitting you up.

 

[drew02a]

Mounts disassembled for paint

 

[drew02a]

I pulled the old motor mounts apart. I assume I don't need either of the pieces from the old one?

 

[drew02a]

Okay, my sources say that these spark plugs will yield marginally more power and fuel efficiency

http://www.pulstar.com/

Gonna try them out on this build

 

[drew02a]

Cost me a bit, but my sources on that kind of info are good

 

[bakerla]

Cost me a bit, but my sources on that kind of info are good

Reveal your sources. I don't buy into their claims.

 

[drew02a]

Reveal your sources. I don't buy into their claims.

I'll PM you, and anyone who would like to know

 

[Mauzer]

I'll PM you, and anyone who would like to know

I'd like to know, I did a lot of research before I changed mine out and those were never even mentioned? Plus they all look like single electrode and the 3.4 uses dual electrode plugs.

 

[drew02a]

I'd like to know, I did a lot of research before I changed mine out and those were never even mentioned? Plus they all look like single electrode and the 3.4 uses dual electrode plugs.

Just made a call and learned some more about spark plugs. Even the double electrode plugs only ever spark on one side; whichever side has the least corrosion/ wear and therefor the least electrical resistance. It just makes for a more reliable spark. THESE single electrodes should be plenty reliable

 

[drew02a]

They're on Amazon with FREE shipping

http://www.amazon.com/Pulstar-be1i-...A25O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1314990762&sr=8-1

 

[Mauzer]

I'm very intrigued...but I'll let you be the guinea pig