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Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by ol’ son, Mar 5, 2020.

  1. Mar 5, 2020 at 12:33 PM
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    ol’ son

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    Hello, I have a 2011 tundra 4x4 with a 4.6. After 270,000 my motor has given out. I am planning on replacing the motor but now wondering if it would be possible at all to swap for the 5.7. I’m sure there are lots of considerations but don’t have a clue as to what theyd be! Any advise I can get one this would be greatly appreciated! Thanks
     
  2. Mar 5, 2020 at 12:57 PM
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    I don't know what you are looking for or your available $$. But you could put in a Cummins R2.8?
     
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  3. Mar 5, 2020 at 5:51 PM
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    Wow! Looked it up... Didn’t know that was a thing! Pretty cool stuff but i’m trying to keep it under 5k so i’m DIYing this deal, just going to keep weighing options between the original 4.6 or going with 5.7 if thats even possible. I’m just trying to get my beta up!
     
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  4. Mar 6, 2020 at 4:17 AM
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    I would think the motor and transmission would cost you more than $5k alone. With that much mileage I think it would make sense to just sell yours for parts and try to find one that has the engine you want with lower mileage.
     
  5. Mar 6, 2020 at 8:52 AM
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    With all the money you would spend on that project you could buy another truck with the 5.7. Unless you just like projects:burnrubber:
     
  6. Mar 6, 2020 at 10:53 AM
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    You would be better off $ buying a truck with a 5.7 vs trying to swap in one into yours.

    I am an old muscle car guy, been around plenty of engine swaps and there is much more to it than the engine, especially with the electronics, sensors and all now.
     
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  7. Mar 6, 2020 at 11:03 AM
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    You would need to replace the engine, transmission, transfer case, ECM, engine wiring harness, 4WD ECU, and a bunch of electronic rewiring.
    Not worth the money and time.
     
  8. Mar 6, 2020 at 12:36 PM
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    Im wondering how did it give out? Did it Blow a piston or rod? 270,000 is not much on a Toyota.
     
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    Latest version of the 5.7 is rated at 381 hp (earlier version had 371 IIRC). The 4.6 is rated at 310 hp so only a 71 hp difference.

    I would be surprised if there are differences in the drive train from the bell housing back. I believe I have read that the tranny, etc. is the same for both 4.6 and 5.7 models but I am not certain.

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  10. Mar 7, 2020 at 9:38 AM
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    My 07's 5.7 was rated at 381. Same as now.
     
  11. Mar 7, 2020 at 9:39 AM
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    The transmissions are actually different, probably reflecting higher torque of the 5.7L. AB60E/F is used for the 5.7L, A760E/F is used for the 4.6L.
     
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    Interesting, thanks! I stand corrected.

    Dan
     
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    Good to know, thanks for the correction.

    Lots of knowledgeable Toyota folks here.

    Dan
     
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    Honestly, it might work. The 4.6 is literally the same engine as the 5.7 just smaller. It might require swapping injectors or a tune. I’m not taking the risk with my wallet, but if the OP is gonna be the guinea pig he could be a hero for the 4.6 guys and gals.
     
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    So if it is smaller then what is the same?
     
  17. Mar 8, 2020 at 11:32 AM
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    I believe it is the same block just the cyl holes are smaller. Youd have to compare the stroke for both motors, either the cyl is narrower or the stroke is shorter for the lower displacement.

    The trans are different as mentioned, as well as the rear axle. 9.5 is used on 4.6 trucks, the 5.7 trucks get a 10.5 ring gear.

    It would only be a worthwhile swap if you got a good motor/trans/driveshaft/axle out of a wrecked truck. Otherwise you are replacing your good trans/rear end in order to replace the motor. Extra expense that otherwise isn’t needed. Oh yeah, and you’d have to replace the front diff too if you ungraded to the 10.5 rear end, different gear ratios
     
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    I thought the bore diameter was the same, i.e. 3UR a stroked version of the predecessor 1UR. Actually, bore and stroke are both different, with greatest difference being in the bore diameter. Also, note slight difference in compression ratio:

    1UR-FE: 87.5mm bore X 82.5mm stroke, 10.5:1 compression ratio
    3UR-FE: 94.0mm bore X 83.0mm stroke, 10.2:1 compression ratio
     
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    The 4.6 is the same overall engine design as the 5.7 just less displacement
     
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    Mmm-hmmm...Could maybe even say they are "externally identical". :D
     
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    All UR engines have 94.0mm bore the 4.6, 5.0, and 5.7 have different strokes. 87.5x82.5 is the 1UZ 4.0 specs
    The 4.6 also has a lower deck height vs the 5.7 so things like headers aka exhaust manifolds don't easily swap over.
    It is much more cost effective to sell your 4.6 truck and buy a 5.7
    For all the labor involved and electronics in swapping a 4.6 to a 5.7 might as well swap a lsx in it.
     
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    I'll just find a used 4.6 to swap out engine. sell it and find a 5.7
     
  23. Mar 9, 2020 at 12:21 AM
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    This sounds like the best plan yet. I would not waste any time with a 5.7 change.
     
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    You are correct, my browser history says so. Be careful what you "click" for on the internet. Thanks for the correction. :thumbsup:
     

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