Toyota 1989 4runner 22r what other engines can be exchanged into this?

Question

I would like to change the engine to a newer toyota V6 engine if possible.

Answer 1

You can put practically anything in it...it's just a matter of how difficult it will be.

I suppose you're looking for more power. An easy swap would be a performance-tuned 22RE from DOA racing or LC Engineering. They have v-6 power from the 4-cylinder so it's a direct swap (haha--so you only need 1 handle of Crown).

http://www.doaracingengines.com/

http://www.lcengineering.com/

The 3.0 Toyota v-6 probably isn't worth the effort. It's much heavier, doesn't produce that much more power, uses quite a bit more fuel and isn't as reliable.

If you want to go more complicated, the engines I've seen in Toyotas include the Toyota 3.4, the Buick 3.8, GM 4.3 (a common one), GM 283 (supercharged), and Ford 302. And I'm sure that's just a start to the list.

Check with Advance Adapters...they have everything you need to swap different engines in.

http://www.advanceadapters.com/

Don't go into this too lightly. It's a ton of work. Unless you pay someone else to do it. Then it's a ton of money.

Answer 2

It really cheaper to buy a new truck...plus the first thing the 22r eng in that truck runs forever....so you will need a engine, trans, transfercase, 2 driveshafts, drive shaft yokes, motor mounts, trans mounts, shift linkage, more than likely modify center console, crossmember, wireing harness, 2 boxes of goody's powers, 2 handles crown royal, time, welder, and the engine computer....i think this wraps up what you need.....speedometer and cable with gear...there different b/t 4 and 6 cyl.....ok now i think this wraps it up.. have fun

Answer 3

Hi I have a 2000 four runner Engine llight has not come on, but you can go to an auto parts store, and hook theirs up for free as Ive seen advertised The thinking is whatevers is wrong your gonna get the part from them Like a free battery check, and charge. If it doesnt your gonna get the battery then and there its a marketing strategy. So check around, I dont know how to check it without it Anyway its a new to me car that I have,.U was wondering if you know what that button that says ECT power is ? when you press it a green light comes on

Answer 4

There is a 3.0 liter V6 that came optional with that vehicle. Switching over will be expensive, you might just want to sell yours and buy one with the 6 cylinder already in it unless you can find one that's been wrecked but the powertrain is still intact. That the only way I'd do it.

Answer 5

all depends on how new of an engine you want to install. your best bet and probably your cheapest would be to install a V6 engine that came with that model and year, you'll also have to replace the ECM (engine control module), the mounting brackets ,some of the exhaust and probably some of the wiring.
Good Luck

Answer 6

1989 4runner