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550hp 2JZ 1978 Hilux Build

Discussion in 'Other Builds' started by snivilous, Feb 28, 2022.

  1. Mar 13, 2023 at 7:16 PM
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    snivilous

    snivilous [OP] snivspeedshop.com

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    Anticlimactic post, but the Hilux went for it's first drive this year! I've spent the past week working on the wiring, which is 100% new and done myself. And holy shit, I'd expect something this basic would be easy but there is so much going on. At this point the rear blinkers, running lights, brake lights, and hazards work. I've also run the wires for the low beams and front blinkers but not hooked up yet.

    This is the first time out of the shop since the bed sides, and I think only the second time with the new seats. It fired right up after sitting for months, and runs like an absolute champ! I think I figured out how to bleed the cooling system too, it seems like I need to lift the rear end which I'm guessing is needed to get the engine level so the engines rear vent port will let the air out. Ran like an absolute champ though, this thing is such an absolute to drive! I think the turbo is still a few months out, maybe mid summer? Kind of leaning towards getting the EMU Black ECU and doing the wiring for that while I'm doing the rest of the wiring, and then I can get the 2JZ to run correctly before throwing boost at it. But we'll see, still plenty of stuff to install before I should start thinking about buying more. It's Hilux season!

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  2. Mar 13, 2023 at 7:19 PM
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    Lux-yeah!
     
  3. Aug 26, 2023 at 9:51 PM
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    What an awesome build. Well done.
     
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  4. Aug 28, 2023 at 9:46 AM
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    Definitely glad this was bumped. Awesome build.
     
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  5. Nov 17, 2023 at 5:23 AM
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    Some build inspiration, if that’s even what you’re going for. It just reminded me of this bad boy!

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  6. Nov 17, 2023 at 6:49 AM
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    That is very cool! Looks like he solved the radiator issue the same way I did.
     
  7. Nov 17, 2023 at 6:54 AM
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    Happy to revisit this awesome thread!
     
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    That is badass.
     
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    Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. Then it occurred to me that even if I had the bitchen workspace, machinery, and tools, I'd just be a monkey in a big shop.

    @snivilous Don't take this the wrong way, but people like you kinda' piss me off! You know... talent, skills, the motivation to actually use them, keen mind for problem solving, blah, blah, blah.

    I wanna' take a nap just from reading this thread. o_O

    Awesome work as usual man, keep it coming.
     
  10. Nov 17, 2023 at 2:10 PM
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    Hahahaha :rofl:
     
  11. Nov 25, 2023 at 1:21 PM
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    The only thing cooler than an old 2JZ pickup is an even older 2JZ pickup! That thing is absolutely pristine, though a TH350 of all trans is a real turn off imo, and makes me feel less inferior :D

    Motivation isn't really lacking on the Hilux, it's been my daily essentially all year. For a solid 6 weeks I didn't even touch the Tundra which is the longest period it's ever gone not being driven. Lately my focus has been on working on friends projects, installing a gas heater in the shop, and getting the buggy ready for KOH. I think this spring the Hilux will get some work done, right now I'm thinking I'll supercharge it with one of those dirt cheap GM 3800 superchargers. It'd be way cheaper than a turbo, a lot more unique than most 2JZ builds, more than enough power to make the Hilux scary, and allow for an insane sounding exhaust with no turbo in line. Plus you know I like superchargers :D but thats for down the line, lately is other projects and a lot of CAD work behind the scenes for those projects.
     

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