89 Hilux Heart Transplant
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89 Hilux Heart Transplant
Good day all,
I need some advice, guidance to make up my mind in terms of what engine I should consider for a relaible transplant. The current 2.2 is very "pap" and I need bit more power and torque for I do sometimes tow my rubber duck or my off road trailer.
My first choice would be 2.4 22R with EFI and gasflow head.
My other choices would be 3.0 L Ford and more drastic Lexus. I have been also wondering about the Prado 3.4 with autobox and cruiser series 80 diff like in the Surf.
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks
I need some advice, guidance to make up my mind in terms of what engine I should consider for a relaible transplant. The current 2.2 is very "pap" and I need bit more power and torque for I do sometimes tow my rubber duck or my off road trailer.
My first choice would be 2.4 22R with EFI and gasflow head.
My other choices would be 3.0 L Ford and more drastic Lexus. I have been also wondering about the Prado 3.4 with autobox and cruiser series 80 diff like in the Surf.
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks
Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
Welcome to the Forum Bru :!:
I joined the Forum 1 year ago with the same Intro and Dilema.
Fortunately for you you've got the advantage
You live in BenHur Town
EFi Thru and thru bru
See: viewtopic.php?f=1&t=4238
Rich
I joined the Forum 1 year ago with the same Intro and Dilema.
Fortunately for you you've got the advantage
You live in BenHur Town
EFi Thru and thru bru
See: viewtopic.php?f=1&t=4238
Rich
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Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
Thanks and I am enjoying the forum very much as I am picking up a lot of pointers. The bug has bitten me seriously as I have bought two of these 2.2 Double cabs to play with. I grew up with them when I was a laaitie. I have opted for the 7MG engine transplant. Barry of Ultimate 4x4 in Pretoria is doing it and he and his boet are quite involved in the 4x4 fraternity. I am getting it in three weeks time. Will keep you posted and with some pics. Cheers
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Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
Nice choice, keep it genuine Toyota, but cook it hot! You will not regret it.
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Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
I drove my 7MGE - Hilux to work today, and I wish I could afford to use it as a commuter every day. It drives brilliantly, nippy in traffic, and taxis just turn off the road when they see me coming.
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Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
Sell the BMKaspaas wrote:I drove my 7MGE - Hilux to work today, and I wish I could afford to use it as a commuter every day. It drives brilliantly, nippy in traffic, and taxis just turn off the road when they see me coming.
Francois, how much are they charging you for the transplant?
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Not an option! I need a car that is fast enough to beat some guys in their souped up Hiluxes..ToyX4 wrote:Sell the BM
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Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
hi there all well talking about sooped up hiluxes wait till my new hilux comes into south africa then we will see if your bm will keep up
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Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
I took the bait Welcome and tell more pretty please?
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Re: 89 Hilux Heart Transplant
Bring it on....GOOSENZ wrote:hi there all well talking about sooped up hiluxes wait till my new hilux comes into south africa then we will see if your bm will keep up
Here's a pic of the BMW...
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