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Well i went from the 2.2 4y to the 3uz vvti. So do the math. Lol

The power is great but most of all the torque the motor produces is brillant.

You just feather the pedal sit back and enjoy. And when you want to show off a little you just bury the loud pedal and enjoy.

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Pic that i took the weekend

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Hi, Yes sorry its KM/L. Whats really nice about the conversion is the fact that if i stood idling next to you, you would never guess she's fitted with vvti lexus V8. Another thing is the Auto 5 speed is really an awesome box. You dont feel the gear changes. Its so smooth. And other fancy features th...

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Evening Gents.

Just over two years running and she still running sweet as ever. No issues what so ever. Starts and runs like a dream. Done over 35000kilos since conversion. Average 8.5 around town and on open road when not towing average 10.3. Tows the caravan and boat like a dream.

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Here is my Beast.

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Good day Gents, If i can just shed some light on this subject. I have always been the type of guy to extensively do my homework when i venture into a new project. The build up to my Lexus conversion was probably a four month process of gathering info and specs. I started with the Engine Den. Now whe...

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Hi All, Just an update. since my conversion I have done just over 3500 kilos with my lux and all is working great. I had one small issue with spline linking lexus box to Sfa transfer developed play on the spline. Found out afterwards that the engineering company that made the splines for me never ha...

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Hi ALL When I ventured into doing my lexus conversion on my sfa, I was convinced it would be a 1uz non vvti. I came across some engine spares which I thought would be nice to have. I then discovered that the 1uz non vvti are becoming hard to come buy now days. After trying all the engine importers i...

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Looking at the pic of your FPR it looks like the normal vertical spring and diaphragm type setup ie spring at the top where the vacuum inlet is with the diaphragm in centre and return at bottom .It does not look like a horizontally mounted spring etc .. BTW all my 19voertsek OEM cruiser guages work ...

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Ok so had the exhaust done Saturday. Fitted the props and took it for a spin. OMG is all I can say. The power, the sound its just absolutely freakin awesome. The only issue I have is on pull away I have a shudder. Think its coming from the center bearing on the prop. Going to mount the Gopro later a...

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Most/all FPRs that I have seen, had their returns to the tank/surge tank at the bottom and the inlet on the side but I suppose yours could be different - the manual should be very clear on that so check your manual first ? You are correct in saying return at the bottom and inlet on the side, I have...

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Thanks Theo, that's exactly where I was thinking. Other thing is I seem to have the regulator hooked up incorrectly or I should say the place that sold me the FPR gave me wrong info. I have the fuel supply from pump at the bottom of the FPR and supply to fuel rail from the side of the FPR. Seems to ...

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Thanks Tiaan, Shortened the propshaft last night and sent for balancing this morning. Cant wait to take it for a spin.

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TheoM wrote:Looks great !

Where do you get vacuum from for the FPR guage ?

Hi Theo. Thanks

I have not connected the vacuum to the fuel pressure regulator yet. I was just gonna link it to the intake manifold. Or should it be connected some where else?

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This one is for the team at V8 Solid. Thanks Guys.

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Good day All, I apologize for not posting any comments and pics have been really busy with conversion. Managed to start the lexus on Saturday and wow all I can say is wow that sound is absolutely amazing. A very big up to Derrick and his team from V8 solid for making it so simple to for us DIY guys....

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I was diagnosed about 18 months ago with CH's. I have been having these since I was 19. After seen many doctors and each one of them diagnosis was migraine and giving me various pills which did absolutely nothing for the pain. 24 months ago I had a really bad attack the pain was so severe that I was...

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Sorry Theo

Yes external pump. I bought it ages ago from Diesel Electric as a spare for my Rotary. Will check the number this evening.

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I managed to get some work done this past weekend. Gearbox Adapter is complete and in place. I decided to rather reposition the gearbox cross member than mod the mounting, so got all that done as well. Will post pics tomorrow of installation Left camera at home this morning. Here are some pics of th...

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Thanks MR B

Theo I am using a bosch inline pump.

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Managed to get motor in on Saturday.

Ended up doing a body lift just to make things fit a bit easier.

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Getting there slowly. Just waiting on the adapter plates to join the two. Having them laser cut.

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BlumTRD wrote:Hi . Looking great

Just do the timing belt . If the belt snaps its goodbye to 16 valves on one side .

Like the colour .

Sent from my GT-I9295 using Tapatalk

Thanks David.

Going to do the timing belt once all mountings and fittings are done, just before I do the final assembly.

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Got my Shifter yesterday.

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Hiluxfan_111 wrote:Wow great job so far!
Keep the reports coming.
I am watching closely as I'm busy with a 3UZ.
Bit of a long term project tho.....

Thanks

3uz

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After a long debate over the Auto box adapter to sfa box. I was really hoping that I could just get one of the shelf, but unfortunately this is not the case. In all cases the places wanted to me to send my auto box and sfa box in to marry the two. With a lead time of 3 to 4 weeks I decided to do it ...

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Took the old faithful out Saturday. This complete motor and box is up for grabs. If anybody interested

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Managed to get some work done over the weekend.

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So I stripped the hydraulic pump off last night so that I can mod it. Don't just want to bypass it with belt. I think that it might slip if the aircon is activated. I decided to remove the two inner gears completely and blank the pipes off. Now the bearings inside the pump need to be lubricated so I...

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Nou waste kleur moet ek die covers maak?

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And the fun begins

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So I received my motor Friday. :yahoo: :yahoo: :celebrate: I am so surprised as to what a good state this motor is in and how neatly the wiring has been done by V8 solid. There is only 8 simple wires to connect and of coarse fuel lines, water lines etc etc. Cant wait to get this baby up and running.

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Thanks Mr B

My thoughts exactly. So received my engine today. Will post some pics. Must say really impressed with the workmanship of V8 solid. Wiring done really neatly.

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Yes, its a complete setup. Gearbox 5speed auto. Just connect 5 wires and its running. I decided to go this route as the non vvti motors are becoming a problem to find. And after doing loads of research and chatting to people that have gone the route of vvti with OEM I decided to do the same. There's...

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I got a price on a vvti 1uz here in nelspruit today, with standard ecu, just plug in 5 wires and it runs for R23500, is this steep or fair? Thats rather steep. Got mine from V8 solid. They only specialise in lexus V8. The same deal prewired and started before you load. Paid R17700.00. Which include...

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Awesome I want one. Imagine getting in that truck with that guy and going for a spin. Think there's going to be a Dirty Seat when I get out. Lol

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janerasmus wrote:Vra vir Juandre by lextreme Of Timm al sy Winkel in die Kaap oop het vir besigheid

Hi hy werk nie meer vir Lextreme nie. En die shop in die kaap is op hold

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janerasmus wrote:Maak maar eerder gebruik van n viscus fan om toekomstige verhittings probleme, ens, uit te skakel Lextreme sal jou daarmee ook help en met a adaptor vir jou TC. Anders moet jy duurder gaan en Chris Mod s'n gebruik.

Waarvan praat ons nou. Is dit vir die torque converter.

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Bulls Hoek in Clanwilliam is a must. Camp on the edge of the river. Just vrek hot in summer.

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Hi Corne,
Depends on where you are, there are many guys doing these conversions. In Cape Town I recommend Allen Venter.

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Thought of going viscose, but like the idea of electric don't hear that viscose all the time.

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That sounds like a better idea

Gonna change it for two tens thanks.

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Lol Just picked up my radiator and fan now fan seems to be on the small side looks like a 14inch. Guy at silverton reckons it will do the job. I was thinking more on the lines of a 16inch. What the guys using.

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Lextreme is on my doorstep - I'll go and have a chat even if it is just for the fun of it. Thanks Hugo, Would also be great if I can call on you when I order my unit. Me been in Cape Town makes it difficult to be there when they prestart the unit before loading. Hoping to place the order within the...

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Pre wired is the way to go. :thumbup: Lextreme and V8 solid both use original ecu... thats the best way. Why change when you can keep everything standard. I have the non vvti. The surf's transfer bolts on to the lexus non vvti box. Just input and output shafts differ. My next engine will with out a...

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i had spitronics Lexus and now the vvti with std management from Lextreme. the vvti runs much smoother than my previous spitronics unit, gearchanges is smoother (manual box). if you take take the prewired unit, you only have 5 wires to connect to your vehicle, and i am quite sure you will have a mo...

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Hi Theo,

Allen is the one that got this ball rolling. I was at his place some time back when took me for a spin in a Hilux with a Lexus conversion. And that was it for me SOLD, wanted one ever since. That Sound

Getting Engine mounts from him for conversion.

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Make me an offer and get it out of my way.

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Thanks Theo,

I am really tempted in getting a unit from Lexstreme or V8 Solid. The units that are already wired up and started, just not sure if this is the way to go. Any info as to what I will need to do the conversion will be great.

Workhorse

Hi Guys, I have taken this motor out of storage as it is costing me unnecessary money in storage fees. Its a complete motor that I have now stripped down for spares and for ease of storage at home. Is there any guys on the forum maybe looking for spares from this motor. Got a gotech management and w...

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Good day Gents, I am in the process of starting my lexus conversion. Now my big question is about the prewired units available from Lexstreme and V8 solid. I am keen to find out from the guys on the forum if they have had made use of the prewired units and how do they find them. Any Issues with the ...

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Thanks guys for all the positive feedback.

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how did it affect the wheel balancing?

Well the guys at Supa Quick only had to move two of the wheels weights by 2-3mm, other two ok. I made up a jig to mount the rings so that they were perfectly center.

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Ok had wheels balanced today and fitted it my lux.

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And the final Product.

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No turning Back now.

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Ok Guys got my rings back from anodizing. This is what they look like assembled. And now the fitting process begins.

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Interesting, keep us updated. There is one guy in CT that has done it on ally and it works well. I'm on my second set of beadlocks (Steelies), one of the best mods you'll ever do Hi Allan these are not going to serve the purpose of a bead lock. Going for the look of a bead lock. At a latter stage I...

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I got my rings today and now the fun starts. the sad part is I am going to have to drill holes into my rims

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