Most Lexus owners really neglect simple PCV Valve cleaning and maintenance and this can cause some gas mileage loss. That’s why I thought I’d write up a simple DIY tutorial with complete instructions on how to clean or change your own PCV valve. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. Basically, the crank pressure is vented … Read more
Over the past 3 years or so I have wired over 20 Lexus V8 transplants into a variety of things, with a plan of using one in my 1934 ‘Ford’ Woodie Project. Given the ever increasing timeframe of the Woodie project, I figured it was time I did a ‘quick and dirty’ conversion of my … Read more
We have few 1UZFE that are force induced FI 1UZFE Here is my Supercharged Lexus LS400 Here is an article comparing Intercooled Vs. Non-Intercooled with Root Style and Centrifugal Supercharager When people talk about race cars or high-performance sports cars, the topic of how turbocharger work usually comes up. Turbochargers also appear on large diesel engines. A turbo can significantly boost an engine’s … Read more
When I was doing GS430 Block Vs. LS400 Block (3UZ vs. 1UZ) I totally over looked the differences between the two engines. My initial thought was they are all the same. However, assume they are the same between the two engines is an understatement. In fact the two blocks have major differences. In this article I will … Read more
This page is dedicated for the Toyota 3UR-FE engine that was and is currently in Toyota Tundra, Toyota Sequoia, Land Cruiser and Lexus LX570. ARP Head Studs ARP (Automotive Racing Products) is widely known to be the best head studs for strong hold down. These studs are custom made specifically for the Toyota Tundra, Toyota … Read more
From my personal research this is the first Lexus (car) ever got this swap. This is something to be proud of. This is a functional and running SC400/Soarer with this 4.7L engine from the Toyota Truck/SUV. The goal of this project is to terrorize the performance cars on the street and on the track. With … Read more
Connector type E color [ohm] cc/min kg/cm^2 valve hole engine dark grey 1.7 200 2.9 cone (2) 3S-FE (-87.8) beige 1.7 200 2.9 cone (2) 4Y-E (87.8-) orange 1.7 200 2.9 cone (2) 22R-E (87.8-) brown 1.7 200 2.9 cone (1) 3VZ-E pink 2.7 200 2.9 ball (2) 4A-GE (EFI-D = with MAP sensor 87.5-) yellow 2.7 … Read more
Tools and Equipment Required Brake clean (AT LEAST 2 cans) 17mm wrench or socket 14mm wrench or socket 11mm box wrench (in addition, an 11mm crescent wrench is also recommended) 10mm box wrench 10mm crescent wrench 1/2” Drive Ratchet (3/8” drive suggested) Flat-blade screwdriver Power cutoff wheel (or metal sheers) Safety glasses and work gloves … Read more
The Lexus Air Suspension (AS) is one of the most advanced systems in the world. The breakthrough technology occurred 13 years ago and its still stand. The AS was an option in the Lexus LS400. Only the LS400 in the United States was available. However, this advance suspension system as available in the Soarers. One … Read more
All Lexus and Toyota V8 engines mount their alternator on the front-right side of the car. Its located opposite of the air conditioner compressor. Its a great location however, due to the location it also taking lots of punishment from the power steering pump. The alternator is mount directly under the power steering pump. This … Read more