Motor Swap

Hi Guys,

Im new to the forum and just bought a 08 Tundra Limited with a blown motor, I found a 2016 5.7 and was wondering if it could be swapped into my 08? Thank you guys for any info..

 

yes, as long as the 16 is not a flex fuel, then no...

 

How would I be able to tell if a motor is flex fuel or not?

 

Google Toyota VIN and search yours for vehicle specs. Is the blown motor a 5.7 as well?

 

Yes, the motor was ran out of coolant

I will check that out, Thank you

 

Anyone know the best spot to find used motors?

 

auto wreckers.... I just picked up an unrelated engine for about a grand with a confidence building 6 month warranty... You may need to get it inspected and may need to replace a few items before mounting it back in. Do some research, a machine shop can probably straighten your heads out if they're warped you can measure cost of repair vs a complete engine...

 

You may want to cross platform check between the Tundra, Sequoia, land cruiser and Lexus LX570, the Lexus may be the costliest. You can try these guys and see if they can source you an engine... You may need to look them up as they may seem a little pricey, they may be able to source you an engine as they're able to source Toyota engines.... I've ordered stuff from them before, they seem to be good along with their customer service... Best of luck...
https://www.monkeywrenchracing.com/...ota-4-6-5-0-5-7/engine-toyota-4-6-5-0-5-7-v8/

 

The whole bottom end is shot, most of the main bearing were spun (From what I was told by the mechanic)

I will start looking up some yards around me.

 

Great, Thank you for all info.

 

We're all here to help in any way we can....

 

This might be worth a look at
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Motor-Engi...3854402897?fits=Model:Tundra&_trkparms=ispr=1

 

This is one of the sites I use to find used parts:
https://www.car-part.com

 

Thanks for the info guys, Does anyone know if 5th VIN number Y is flex fuel or not?

 

The 5th in my VIN is a Y and my truck is NOT FFV. Try putting your VIN in here and see if it helps https://www.toyota.com/owners/my-vehicle/vehicle-specification

 

I'd check copart for other tundras in your area that have minimal or no front end damage that could be suitable parts donor.

 

Awesome, I just wanted to confirm my truck is a non flex fuel truck, I found a couple motors on Car-part.com that seem to be low miles and not costly.

 

Keep in mind freight shipping cost if you're not personally picking it up.... I'm sure you thought about this, but just in case...