TOYOTA 2UZFE INTO HILUX MK5 - HELP NEEDED!

[trinisouljah]

I just raised my TOYOTA HILUX MK5 with 4" suspension and 3" body Lift Kits. It currently has a 2.8L naturally asperated diesel engine. I would like to put the 4.7L 2UZFE V8 engine from a 4runner in it. I was wondering the following:

1) Anyone done it before? If so, any advice or pics?
2) Is the engine bay on hilux big enough?
3) Can I use the original transmission and 4 wheel drive system?
4) What are the problems I am going to run into?

I look forward to hearing from all you toyota enthusiasts and thank you in advance for any help you can offer.

 

[91_4x4runner]

1) Yes, it has been done.
2) Yes, the engine bay is big enough.
3) Yes, but you'll need to get an bellhousing adaptor, custom flywheel, and a slew of other stuff.
4) Mainly mating it to a transmission, having space for an adequate radiator/fan, and routing the exhaust.

 

[bansheebuzz]

4.7 is cast iron block and too heavy in my opinion for the vehicle

 

[milnersXcoupe]

4.7 is cast iron block and too heavy in my opinion for the vehicle

:684: :boggled: :madfawk:


2UZ FE is 540 Lbs. - and the 'better choice' engine - Go for it, in my Opinion.

 

[Smitherz]

Oh yeah that would be a fun truck! I talked to a guy that put the 2UZ tranny and everything else into his 1997 Toyota Tacoma over here in California. He even got it approved by a referee in order to smog it!! He was very nervous but he did a good job of the swap. He loves it. I'll try and find the picture of his little monster truck.