V6 conversion for hilux

I did this to my 1985 SR5 12 months ago and found it to be a worthwile upgrade aslong as you can afford it.
Marks Adaptors can supply the conversion kit depending on whether you want to keep your 5speed box or use the v6 auto.
You will need to upgrade your radiator to a 3 or 4core, weld on new engine mount, instal new exhaust, modify p/steering a/con hoses and fit a gear box speed sensor.
When looking for the v6 remember the man engine computer is different to the auto
Hope this helps.

Kev.

Mate has done a V6 VS Comm motor into a 4 runner, he is well over the $10k quoted.. Sadly its nearly double that....

It was done by a reputable 4b place in Melb, and the ##*$ kit came from Marks Adapters.

That's suprising as the kit i recived from Marks was A1 and came complete with detailed instructions. I've never done a conversion before as it was done in my garage with basic tools and had no problems.
Im wondering if the installer did not know what he was doing and blaming the kit.
Either way the installer or Marks should foot the bill as a quote is a quote.

Kev.

Doubz.
I have done a conversion, same as you suggest, would definitely not recomend it. the diffs have to be strenthened and the ratio changed if you want to cruise on the highway. Much better and cheaper to by a new ute.
We spent over $20k on parts and got nothing for the ute when we sold it. Eric.