1985 hilux ln65

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1985 hilux ln65

Postby Utbnb » Tue Mar 31, 2015 5:59 pm

Thank you in advance for anyone that has any valuable input towards my issue.
I have this tidy ole truck that I really enjoy. Has no rust no dents not even many scratches. As of recent I have installed a new deck, new radiator, new water pump, new hoses, new dizzy and plugs and have purchased a power steering unit to install.
The problem is I have just cracked the head I suspect.
Compression 140.150.150.210, white steam from exhaust, coolant blowing into resivour.

Now do I purchase a new 3y replacment engine for $2200. Should I repower with a 3.8 commy motor which I have the donor car or Should I put a diesel in it?

Seeking advice and thoughts.

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Re: 1985 hilux ln65

Postby Ashohman » Tue Mar 31, 2015 6:25 pm

ive got a 3.8 ecotec v6 in mine yn67 its the most powerful of your choices I'm lovin it.

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Re: 1985 hilux ln65

Postby J_Dub » Tue Mar 31, 2015 6:52 pm

3rz-fe motor.
Factory Toyota
Bolts up to your existing gearbox.
Just need to make new engine mounts, plus wiring etc, but easier than a comy 6.

These pop up on trade me now n then for the same price as a comy 6..

Comy 6 you need to buy an adaptor kit =$2000
3rz you dont

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Re: 1985 hilux ln65

Postby Utbnb » Sun Apr 05, 2015 4:35 pm

Have stripped down the old 3y and it appears that only the head gasket. I'm thinking as I have invested the money in the cooling system this is the best logical option at present.

If anyone is interested in a vp commy motor complete let me know. Interested in swaps, quad bike, auxiliary outboard, or $$$$

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Re: 1985 hilux ln65

Postby 3VILC » Thu Apr 09, 2015 4:54 pm

I had a 4Y in my old girl, not a bad motor at all really, gutless and thirsty like any old carb donk, but always went, pretty bulletproof and not much power to damage the rest of the drivetrain its just mastering how to make use of it. Converted it to efi in the end as the carb was well knackered. Still followed the rough trucks most places they went with a few winch pulls
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Re: 1985 hilux ln65

Postby carlinoneill » Fri Jun 12, 2015 8:28 pm

Hey mate. Where did you get your power steering kit im after one for my 85 lux any help appreciated cheers

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