Going the 1JZ route
06-27-08, 07:02 PM
#46
Update:
We've wired in a push start to deal with the starter business and I've started to put the car back together. It did have the 3k rpm problem, but I got that sorted out. After searching for hours on Supraforums, I came across an old post by CCC-TT that said to cut one of the wires on a body plug. (black wire number 10 on the white plug next to the orange one) It solved the problem immediately.
Only problem left is no power steering. Is there a certain way to fill the system or do I just pour some fluid in until it reaches the full mark? Thanks.
We've wired in a push start to deal with the starter business and I've started to put the car back together. It did have the 3k rpm problem, but I got that sorted out. After searching for hours on Supraforums, I came across an old post by CCC-TT that said to cut one of the wires on a body plug. (black wire number 10 on the white plug next to the orange one) It solved the problem immediately.
Only problem left is no power steering. Is there a certain way to fill the system or do I just pour some fluid in until it reaches the full mark? Thanks.
07-01-08, 09:50 PM
#49
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how hard is the swap? im going to be attempting this myself... ive done stuff to my cars before so i know a bit about cars but this would be my first swap as well 
07-01-08, 11:23 PM
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07-02-08, 09:09 PM
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The most we've done on cars, other than oil changes, were brake pads and sway bars. Neither Brian nor I have ever done anything close to a swap before, and we were able to get it done. However, it took a lot of time.
We had to ask a lot of questions at Toyota and ask friends questions. Along with countless runs to auto parts stores and Toyota for parts and tools.
It's a pretty straighforward swap overall...
07-02-08, 11:00 PM
#52
Thanks! I tried to take pictures at the times when it looked like we knew what we were doing. 
It wasn't too hard considering the amount of work. Most of it was pretty straightforward, but we ran into a couple of issues with the heater hoses, charcoal canister, and some vacuum lines that we still need to figure out. We managed to fill it up with some cheapo Autozone oil, and then drained it and filled it with Royal Purple. The oil change is where we ran into most of our problems. *cough* oil on the floor, on my hands, on the valve cover, almost forgot to change filter. *cough* lol.
Thanks. And yea, CCC-TT's thread was a BIG help. I probably couldn't have done it without all his info. Thanks!
07-05-08, 02:18 PM
#55
Gotta buy an SC3 first Currently I'm stuck w/ my 97 VR4 
Should have the SC by August though. I am just not sure whether or not to get a mid-high mile roller for cheap and blow the money on the engine/performance OR buy a decently low mile car and swap the 1jz into that leaving it mostly stock.
Miles and pics of your car please? Also where did you make your 1jz purchase from? Do you also have a list of the misc crap you bought here and there to make it work? Sorry to be all nosey, I just want to do it right the first time.
Currently I'm stuck w/ my 97 VR4 Should have the SC by August though. I am just not sure whether or not to get a mid-high mile roller for cheap and blow the money on the engine/performance OR buy a decently low mile car and swap the 1jz into that leaving it mostly stock. Miles and pics of your car please? Also where did you make your 1jz purchase from? Do you also have a list of the misc crap you bought here and there to make it work? Sorry to be all nosey, I just want to do it right the first time.
98,000 miles on the engine.
I got the engine from Jarco. I think their website is www.jarcoinc.com. Jhot also has good engines for a great price. As for misc stuff i needed, there was a new water pump, timing belt, spark plugs, drive belt, engine mounts, oil, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, oil pans, funnels, jack, jackstands, engine hoist (rental), paper towels, soap, snacks, beverages, and a few good friends. I'm sure there are a few things I'm forgetting, but I think this is most of the stuff you'll need.
Also, what kind of VR-4 is it? 3000GT? Galant?
Thanks for the info brother.
07-05-08, 02:39 PM
#57
SC300 weighs about as much as a VR4, and as you said he should be putting down 4xxwhp on a conservative tune and 93 octane. Race him from a roll only Is your car manual or ATX? I'm told that the stock 5spds in these cars don't handle 400-500hp very well. I plan to keep my car Automatic and add a tranny cooler/shift kit. Automatic+Turbo = Win
Is your car manual or ATX? I'm told that the stock 5spds in these cars don't handle 400-500hp very well. I plan to keep my car Automatic and add a tranny cooler/shift kit. Automatic+Turbo = Win
07-05-08, 04:38 PM
#58
There are a few 5 speeds for sale by me now...I just prefer to drive auto living in NYC. Your engine didn't come with a turbo I assume..so what did you put on her? Also are you planning to upgrade to FMIC? Looks like a stock SMIC on her now.
Edit/PS: You didn't have to buy a turbo ecu?
Edit/PS: You didn't have to buy a turbo ecu?
