My engine swapped 3rd Gen build thread

good question, cheaper, probably. Easier, lol bolt on twin turbo kit, that’s like a weekend job lol But my theory which is probably different than others, the LF3/LF4 engines are made for boost. 3.5 Toyota engines are not unless built to be. I’d rather not open a motor up unless I have to. 500hp is easy with the LF platform I’d be there with a tune, but I’m in no hurry to get there. I wanted a truck that does great on the interstate and still capable off road.

hope that kinda answers your question

 

Where do you source the motors from?

 

I am stoked for the massive burnouts!!!!!!!

 

Literally in fucking awe.

 

much respect for the OP. very interesting, thank you for sharing.

i thought i was badass when i installed my bed mat right side up and with the logo oriented correctly, on the first try and without YouTube! last week i removed the OE mud flaps and put all the bolts back in the right spot.

lately i have been losing sleep mulling over removing the chin strap.

 

I usually search Car-part and it searches all the salvage yards then I just call around

 

Best post on TW

 

Awesome work OP Impressive. nice sleeper looking fwd to seeing some burnouts and doughnuts

 

Amazing work! Looking forward to future updates!

 

I would pay mucho money for a full kit for this swap. I see a business opportunity.

Honestly this has got to be one of the best threads on TW.

 

Damn cool.

 

I disagree with you, I have a 3.91 rear gear like l said, if you want to come over and count it be my guest, what experience do you have with the Colorado transmission? The 8l45?

 

I haven’t been on this site that long, but you, sir, have just put together the coolest project I think I’ll see here. Fantastic work.

 

Not the AT, 3.91 as OP stated.

 

You're right. The MT has the the 4.3, not the AT.

 

Here. Not in a hurry, apparently.

I like this. Different, clean. Good job OP

 

Beautiful work!

I’m an imbecile when it comes to swaps but how does this play with the stock gauges? Will you need an aftermarket pod to make the speedo and tach work? I’m assuming nothing plays together right now but is that on the list?

I love how stock it looks with no stupid through the hood dump pipe or anything like that. Very well done!

 

This is where I’m at at the moment until I have more time to figure the small details out for tach and temp gauge



Speed works just fine since it’s ran off the ABS sensors

 

Fantastic job. I cannot wait for a video of this beast!