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emma.mary
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Post #1 post 17th April 2011 - 11:48 PM
i have a 18r 4 speed manual in my hilux but i want some more power but would like a bolt in options i want to stick to 4 cylinder

would even consider turbo diesel or diesel?

or could i turbo my 18r would it be worth it ?
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Post #2

You would probably be best to look at one of the petrol or diesel engines from the newer models, preferably turbo diesel imo.

MotoXXX
Post #3

3rz-fe

synergy
Post #4

3rz

boost bogan
Post #5

turbo diesel!!!

emma.mary
Post #6

do all of those bolt straight in with no modifacations

asher
Post #7

They all need slight mods to fit, but not much modifying required. As far as simple bolt in and away you go an 18RG would do the job, but it does not have any where naer as much grunt as a 3RZ, which you can buy engine mounts to bolt it up. If you are thinking of going turbo, it might be easier to start with a 21R-TE or 22R-TE, can't rememberwhich one it is off the top of my head as it comes turbo from factory. Don't go diesel without turbo, slower than the 18R. 3RZ is a good compromise, decent amount of power and easy enough to fit. With these suggestions I am assuming you are going to most of the job yourself.

emma.mary
Post #8

what about a rb30? will it fit would it be hard to get to work

asher
Post #9

It would be possible to fit, but there would be more fabrication involved. So not the easiest option. I don't know how mechanicly skilled you are, so it makes it hard to advise what you should or should not attempt. How much are you willing to spend on conversion? If you give me some idea on these it will be easier to tell you what is capable with your skills and budget.
I have just finished putting a V6 commodore engine and T700 automatic in my hilux. I did not want a commodore engine as I don't like holdens. But prior to that I had blown up three 4Y engines in the last six months. So my adgenda was finding an engine that is cheap to repair. Ofcourse commodore parts cost next to nothing because there are so many of them around. So due to budget I was forced to swap to a heavy holden engine.
Ideally I would have liked a 3S-GTE, but could not afford future repairs if required as these engine parts are far more expensive. Ontop of that I would have needed to replace distributor with a crank angle sensor which would have required Microtech or similar ECU, even more money. 3S-GTE is a Toyota 2 Litre turbo petrol engine which can make great power, is light and still a four cylinder. BTW the reason I blow up so many engines is from oil surge when I drive my car on it's side. If I stopped this my engine choice would have been different, but I know I will continue to drive this way.
The engine, transmission, ECU, wire harness and shifter cost $300, Marks 4x4 transmission adaptor cost $1100, Fuel pump cost $80, power steering line will cost $150, Trans cooler $130, Radiator fan $100, trans cooler fan $20 (second hand), shortened one piece rear prop shaft $230, Made new front shaft my self $20 for steel, made new crossmember that sist behind transfer case and lifts transfer case to give more ground claerence, $25 for welding wire, which I needed a welder and pipe bender for (already have them), allready had fuel and transmission hoses, Used relays and wiring from disposed parts of commodore loom. So all up cost almost $2000 to fit a $300 engine and trans.Went this route as this is my only car, so it needs to be on the road all the time. Fortunately I was able to do all the work myself except for rear tailshaft, so this kept costs down, but still not cheap. Conversions always seem to cost more than you initially thought they would...
If you have not attemted an engine swap before, I would advise sticking to a simple swap unless you want to pay alot for someone to do it for you. Have seen lots of people start projects and never finish them because they bit off more than they could chew. The sort of project people should attempt are the ones where they can see every part of the swap required, and know that they are capable of doing it all. Unless you plan to pay someone to do it.

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