I just spun a bearing on my 3vze, you were right about removing the motor to fix it, you can't take out the main cap girdle without pulling the tranny off so you can get the rear main seal housing out of the way. Im about to pull mine and your video is going to be worth GOLD to me

If you're pulling this engine with plans on putting it back in, before you remove anything , use multi-colored zip ties to mark your vacuum lines so when you go to put them back there's no guessing. They look better and last longer than tape or paint markers and you can leave them on. Snip the leftover length and they don't look bad at all.

@NightWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Thats a very good idea! Thank you!

@douglas1982b

3 жыл бұрын

@@NightWrencher you're welcome

I deleted most all those vaccum lines just have what I need for the engine to run. Makes a Huge difference

Great vid's man keep them going because their's no one I've seen that take the time like you do. Great work What l do want to now is how the hell do you get the starter motor out of a 95 4×4 3.0

Liked and subbed.. Thanks alot for the 3vze videos.. Ive been reading alot of the Toyota forums but get lost easily.. Visual learning is my preference. I look forward to more videos 👍

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help! More to come soon!

@DesertBallistics

5 жыл бұрын

@@NightWrencher Like and subbed for the same reason. Thank you!

@NightWrencher

5 жыл бұрын

@@DesertBallistics thank you very much!

I’m removing a 2.7 4x4. And it’s a pain .. thanks for the videos . Different motor but still helps

@NightWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

The 3rz is a little smaller so i hope its easier! Good luck!

Great video!!! I got a 4runner to rebuild so this comes in handy

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

IHoboJunk I'm glad this helps! Make sure to watch the how to videos for specific details!

Perfect sleep aid mahalo. 3vze is the devil with zero go.

Hi bro. Love this 3vze video. Keep up the good work.

@NightWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Thank a lot man! Ill be making new 3vze videos soon!

Great job Bro! Now it’s my turn to do it. Thank you!

Hey! Great video! Where did you attach the hoist chain onto your engine?

Thanks man enjoyed the information.

@NightWrencher

3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Fuel? Disconnect fuel return? An like u said I stripped my exhaust bolts off had to cut them off but putting in new used engine not worried to much

Thanks so much

I have a 97 sr5 4Runner and was thinking about taking out the engine to replace all the seals. I have a two car garage and have the engine lift and stand. Do you think I have the room to do this project?

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

I hadnt seen your reply! I hope you got it sorted out! If not, If you're pulling just the engine, it shouldn't be a problem to get it out safely in a garage. Its a heavy motor, so watch out. You don't need any special tools, and can pull it out in a few hours by yourself. Good luck!

Great Vids. Can you pull the engine with the transmission on both 2WD and 4WD vehicles?

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

mbezold hello! yes, you can do it on both. The truck in this video is a 4x4 and the truck in my PART 2 of removing a 3vze is a 2WD. Part 2 gives you a lot of tips, you should check it out!

@mbezold

6 жыл бұрын

So I pulled the engine with the transmission and the transfer case today. My hoist could go high enough and this approach worked like a charm. This is really the best way to do this. Thanks for the info!

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

mbezold awesome! I'm really happy it worked out for you!

I Have three of These motors In the Garage......Just started One Up the past Couple days...Runs Strong...another Im Relapping the Valves, gunna start That engine Up soon too, Hopefully it runs...i think it didn't before cuz i doubled up Intake Gaskets to One side and the other One was missing...So that Could make it Run 'off' Lol is prolly Why it Did. I have to Say i am not fond of this Engine, though I like the technology in Some Ways and How accurate it is and what is All involved in the inventions of it all through the Personalities working to Create it,... and the Sensors, computer Wires etc etc..I Moved this Engine Out and in to Trucks of Toyota's bout Maybe 6 or 7 Times..lol and Some more Soon in the future Im sure. This Engine...I Like it..idk Y exactly...Maybe cuz It goes Up highway Hills better than 22r Versions... I KNOW that When I drove one Changing its oil once at Work,,,that When the 3vze Had a STANDARD transmission......It Flew!!!!! When I hit the Gas......NOT AT ALL LIKE THE AUTOMATIC..Cool Video NighWrencher

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

Tommy Tommy thank yoi sir! I'm also very fond of the engine myself, but it does have a good amount of short comings. after I finish the 4runner, ill be modifying the 3vze for my pickup

If you have done the 5spd conversion, do you have footage of it & any tricks for doing it? Swapping my 89 3.0 to a 5spd and a not blown 3.0

@NightWrencher

5 жыл бұрын

I havnt finished my swap due to the fact that im also going to v8 swap my toyota at the same time. I have aquired all the parts and have a fundamental understanding of what needs to be done. If you have questions, maybe I can help.

@Matt-ub2xx

5 жыл бұрын

Uz engine bolts to the R150?

@NightWrencher

5 жыл бұрын

I do remember that the UZ and 1GR both bolt onto the r150. Apperantly in australia the 1gr/r150 was a factory combo.

@Matt-ub2xx

5 жыл бұрын

Imay be on the hunt for a uz for my 4runner then 😂

Do you have any experience doing the valve adjustments on these guys?

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

Chris Todt actually I do. but its not cheap. you have to measure and take note of your gap for each valve, one by one, then go to the dealer to buy the correct shims to bring the gap back into spec. To replace the shims you need to remove the cam, then with a thin screw driver, or a pick, you pop them off one by one then swap in the correct one to bring the gap back. hope this help and gives you a good idea on how to go about it. when you do your timing belt, that's the best time to do the adjustment.

@douglas1982b

6 жыл бұрын

Chris Todt there are videos of people doing the shims without removing the cams. You just have to hunt for them. Just type in "3vze valve shims"

Why did you decided to pull it out with the engine

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

George Yang ironically I'm pulling the 4runner 3vze right now, and again I decided to pull the engine and trans together. its just easier in my opinion to pull them together

Is the HG hard to do on this engine?

@NightWrencher

2 жыл бұрын

Its pretty difficult.

did you know where i can buy a good engine?

@NightWrencher

5 жыл бұрын

Usually I look for engines on Craigslist and offer up, another good place would be the junkyard, provided that you actually buy the warranty for it. If you're looking to buy a 3vze in particular, usually the bottom and is in great shape, and the problem lies in the heads. If you buy a used one, make sure to take the heads off and inspect them before you buy them if you're able to then replace the head gaskets when you put it back together.

I was asking because I was wondering if you can help me on my 95 toyota i live in portland oregon

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Avila oh wow, that's a little far, considering I'm located in Southern California. Is there something in particular you need help with?

@magiccomms6095

6 жыл бұрын

How to adjust the tps

@magiccomms6095

6 жыл бұрын

I have a lean condition or code 25 thanks

@NightWrencher

6 жыл бұрын

first of all make sure you don't have any big exhaust leaks before the o2 sensor, that'll cause a lean code. second, open up your AFM to make sure its has not been tampered with. 3rd is check for vacuum leaks or disconnected air hoses.