Totally disagree with it being the least loved. It’s by far one of the best proven engines Toyota has ever made.

@rotory2002

2 жыл бұрын

200K on mine already and never had one single mechanical problem ! Runs like new :)

@RemyISnow

2 жыл бұрын

@@rotory2002 Just bought one with 212k miles. Any other car I’d run from with those miles. My friends and family that don’t know about the 2uzfe think I’m crazy

@rotory2002

2 жыл бұрын

@@RemyISnow You're NOT crazy !

@Degenate

2 жыл бұрын

There’s a reason this engine is common in the drift world it could take a beating

@Degenate

2 жыл бұрын

Gonna 2uz swap my 3rd Gen 4Runner and long travel/turbo it

325k on our 2001. Smooth, quiet, strong, doesn’t leak, doesn’t smoke, doesn’t use oil. Compression is still well within spec. It is truly a work of art that I predict will go another 325k miles.

360,000 miles on my 2UZ so far. At 500k, I'll consider my options but I have no doubt the engine will still be running perfectly.

I've got a 2uzfe in my 03 cruiser and have done many aussie outback trips,last one was 10,000 km and went like a dream,we did that in 6 weeks .it's done 325,000 kms and still a very healthy engine. Can't fault the engine.

390k on mine and it's towed my 23ft camper half its life in the North West. Still runs like new

@harishs7723

2 жыл бұрын

What does your camper weigh?

@jasonrobbind231

2 жыл бұрын

@@harishs7723 4200lb dry 5200lb wet

@user-cf3pi8qb8g

2 жыл бұрын

What oil are you running

@jasonrobbind231

2 жыл бұрын

@@user-cf3pi8qb8g Wix oil and air filters. Penzoil 5w30 High mileage Full synthetic. Every 5000k

Very nice , 2uz blocks are really a work of art, Toyota didn't mess around with the introduction of their first truck v8

I've seen a lot of these engines over 300k. Usually they go down hill after that because people get scared of the mileage and sell them to someone who neglects them, but they still hold up pretty good with neglect.

@sk8terboi510

Жыл бұрын

I’ve got a little over 296k on my ‘03 4Runner and I have absolutely 0 intentions on parting ways with that truck! She’s the family hand-me-down, but has been well maintained & never abused.. which I think is a good reason why it still performs, sounds and even smells exactly how it did when I was a kid! Unless someone runs into me hard enough to cause a total loss or rust claims my baby a victim, I’ll continue to drive this venerable Japanese Tank towards the million mile club!

@izzy031096

3 ай бұрын

Plenty rolling round here in Aussie with 500,000+ kms. I’ve seen a few floating around for sale with 700,000+

@closer71

25 күн бұрын

Ha! Ha! Ha! I don't know about that -- I picked mine up from the original owner at 314K miles.

Throttle response of this engine is like driving an electric car

I went out of my way to buy a 2006 Tundra 4x4. When it cranks up, that engine is just like a sewing machine. Quiet, low revving, torquey v8 that is smooooth. She drinks the fuel like no ones business but I cant help but love driving it every chance I get.

@ryanmartinage

3 жыл бұрын

@@ToyotaNutjob Yeah Toyotas love their maintenance. I’m about to do coils and plugs along with front diff and trans services.

Love the 2UZ-FE 🔥

@wickedgames8768

2 жыл бұрын

How much HP AND TQ can it manage??

@taliesinangling3564

2 жыл бұрын

@@wickedgames8768 Stock 350 or something like 6lbs of safe boost stock, upgrade a few internals you’re set for 500+

@gabrieldominguez4891

3 ай бұрын

@@taliesinangling3564do you happen to know what internals need replacement?

My first vehicle was an 05 Sequoia with 265k on it before it got totaled. Now I have a 03 v8 4Runner with 340k still going strong. Best engine ever made!

At any point did he mention the 2UZ is a cast-iron engine block while the other two UZ engines are aluminum? This engine is a beast and damn near indestructible. Best V8 ever made in my opinion.

@r4ym1n13

8 ай бұрын

3:42

Best engine ever. Million mile block ez with general maintenance. It will long outlast the frame unless you replace the frame as well. Super reliable, perz like a kitty, efficient and simple.

My Sequoia with 2UZ-FE still runs like brand new at 185,525 miles. Smooth power, no leaks,no oil consumption, no weird noises. I bought one due to stellar reputation.

@carterquinn1

3 жыл бұрын

Same here! Mine has 182,000 miles and no engine problems.

@SwearingDisc0

3 жыл бұрын

My 02 has 280k. Had to change out a starter at 250k and timing belt/water pump at 265k. All in all great engine

@chrisdeguzman7795

3 жыл бұрын

My 2003 v8 4Runner with 155k miles is amazing! Luv this engine!

@clackkclackkity8640

2 жыл бұрын

Can second, 01 sequoia with 248,000 miles, no problems other than a little oil leaving here or there, nothing an emergency quart of oil cant fix

@MrTacoJay

2 жыл бұрын

@@SwearingDisc0 what oil are you running ?

Most helpful video I've seen covering this topic as an owner operator of a 2005 4.7. Great work, stay with it.

My understanding was the 2UZ was originally developed for a Lexus car and they adapted it for the Toyota truck. it’s an absolutely bulletproof engine and I love it. I have a 3UZ also and I would much rather drive my 2003 Toyota tundra then my 2007 tundra.

@brkbtjunkie

6 ай бұрын

I believe it was originally designed to be an airplane engine

I drive Lexus GX 470 2008...The best engine, which I used for my 66 years ! I have drive license from 1974.

I love this engine. I have an 02 Supercharged Toyota Tundra V8 4.7 indestructible vehicle. This thing is a tank.

@pilotoblackbird433

3 жыл бұрын

What super charger did you throw in her? I'm thinking of doing the same but not too much online

@screweduptx512

3 жыл бұрын

@@pilotoblackbird433 it's the stock TRD supercharger bro

@i2yan741

2 жыл бұрын

@@screweduptx512 I've seen u on so many different video comment sections you should post a video about ur tundra I wanna see it

The 2UZ is super-reliable. Great truck/large SUV engine.

The starter makes for a fun time followed by the quiet roar when it starts. So much power, can't imagine putting a supercharger on it. But it makes sense with the cast iron block.

503,000 miles on my 2003 Sequoia I bought last year to flip. Hope somebody will take it to the million mile mark.

A well maintained 2UZ can easily make 500,000.

@reeksreeks3017

11 ай бұрын

I know a guy that I have not seen since prior to Covid and at that time he had 500,000 miles and going.

I have a fully upgraded 1st gen tundra. Great motor. Runs like a brand new truck with 162,000 miles

@DeweyC0x

2 жыл бұрын

Can you elaborate on what you mean by “fully upgraded”?

@potatonumber200

Жыл бұрын

@@DeweyC0x What'chu mean "Upgraded"? I wanna know what was the best mod so I can boost my '01😁😁😁😁😁

Least loved, yet two have gone over a million miles. Christ Toyota bought the first one that rolled over back and tore the engine down. Minimal wear on the parts if memory serves and that thing lived a hard life as a oil field hotshot

Love my tundra 2uz very strong for it's size

Just bought me an 2004 sequoia with only 130,000 miles and I love it, rides so smooth and has plenty of power coming from my 2.7 Tacoma

Best Toyota truck V8

This engine is solid! I have one in my T4R 260k and love it! Just keep up with maintenance but either way it's just reliable.

Great video as always! I would love to see a video on the Honda F20/F22 engines

I love these videos dude! At some point in the future, it'd be interesting to see you do a video on the dreaded Cadillac Northstar engine. While they are a pain in the ass to work on, they seem to be capable of pretty decent power when played with.

@apprenticefelix7740

3 жыл бұрын

Gm 3.6 and 2.8tt

Got my 4th gen 4runner with the boosted 2uz-fe from TRD and I love it running real fast and strong. Gotta love that whine !

@DeweyC0x

2 жыл бұрын

Are you talking about the TRD supercharger that was offered for the Tundra and Sequoia? I’m curious about the details because there aren’t many write ups on that. Can’t find much on personal experience just what people heard about the rods debatable failure. (Apparently that was mainly caused by changing out the pulleys for more boost or that in 2003/2004 the tundra and sequoia engines started to be produced in the Alabama plant and despite the same specs (forged sintered rods) the US made ones had some kind of minor difference in metal formula that turned out weaker and caused the rod failures leading to the discontinuation of it. Would love to hear some first hand information on your set up and how reliable it has been! I think a lot of people are interested and people have done it but they never review or report back how it’s going.

@taliesinangling3564

2 жыл бұрын

Answer the man ☝️

@alexandervargas492

2 жыл бұрын

@@DeweyC0x Well it was my daily for a while until I bought an FJR it has 143k it's AWD it's got headers flowmaster 1chamber. It's got UCA with 2.5 fox up front, old man emu in the back with toytec super flex springs. It whines pretty loud in the lower gears, it's always encouraging me to race. I have the stock air intake with the AEM drop in oil less filter. I did change out the bushing in the SC and added new oil. I've raced plenty people I always surprise everyone. Special out in the Imperial Sand dunes it moves extremely fast in the sand. Definitely have alot of power on tap, gets 18mpg and I do pump premium. I believe the 4runner and the LC with the 2uzfe is the forged rods from Japan. vs. the tundras and sequoia are not forged supposedly that's why they kept bending the rods with the boost I've put on Obd reader and it tells me is pushes 8lbs. I have yet to get it dynoed but I feel like it's in the 400.

@alexandervargas492

2 жыл бұрын

@@taliesinangling3564 I changed out the bushing because it started to sound like metal on metal and once I changed it the noice went away. The SC was installed at Toyota. I used to work for Toyota. But other than that maintenance item it's been fine. Ive towed with it and she just whines so nicely when going on the grades while towing.

This is the first time I’ve heard the 2UZ-FE as the “least loved”.

@ShannonHartnett-117

Жыл бұрын

Same and I live in Australia 🇦🇺 all you see is Toyota's

@durango8882

Жыл бұрын

He’s incorrect

Ours died at 230k. Because the shop screwed up the oil filter installation. It was running absolute perfect before that. These engines don’t die if taken care of.

I own an 07 sr5 tundra with the 4.7, absolutely love it

I have 332,000 miles on my ‘04 LX470 (100 series ‘Cruiser) and still running strong!

I've got 2 of them and they'll still be on the road when my wife's 2019 gmc yukon is in a junk yard.

LC100 with 260k miles here and still going strong and smooth.

Thanks for your video. I appreciate your knowledge and history of this engine. It would be nice to pick your brains on what simple modifications to increase performance and fuel economy. Ie injector swaps, remapping the ecu, etc.

The 2uz is everyone's favorite and one of the most popular

255k on my 2004 Tundra. Original engine and transmission, these engines are a representation of Toyota's reputation for reliability 👌🏽. 🎵 Driving my Toyootaa 🎵

LX owner here with 243k on the odo. Amazing engine. Sounds great too when that vtec kicks in yo

I have 364k on mine and it runs perfect.

Excellent👌

The 1uz design in general is impermeable. Yes it's a shim on bucket lifter engine but the ONLY way I've seen these engines EVER fail is timing belt failure. I've had an 05 with a 4.7. Ridiculously powerful, ridiculously rigid; you can take everything apart and put them back together like Legos.

@doomkid02

11 ай бұрын

Aren't 1uz's non interference engines?

@nickd.7267

11 ай бұрын

@@doomkid02 I believe the non vvt ones are non-interference. The 1mz is also non-interference.

Man that something really amazing information

Ready to see the videos on the VK family

love you man for you work (making great video like this) p.s i this let you know

Good stuff I've got a 2002 Sequoia.

Yoooo! That background music is Lakey Inspired!

One of the best engines Toyota made.

2:37 this is why I can actually shift to higher or lower gears depending on how I control the throttle and on rpm and speed

@jatomic7793

2 жыл бұрын

That's how every automatic trans works in millions of cars. Reads engine load and throttle position and determines if you need a lower gear or not.

@screweduptx512

2 жыл бұрын

@@jatomic7793 that's cool. Thanks

Very similar to the Ford Modular outside of valve actuation (RFF for Ford, shim/bucket for Toyota) and cam drive (chains for Ford and belt for Toyota). That UZ iron block almost looks like it a could be an iron Ford 4.6 block at a glance. Both are very long lived and tough engines

I have 03 tundra with 4.7 at 320k, no problems. Just keep up with scheduled maintenance. What’s not to love?

I got a 2005 toyota landcruiser 100 series and it has the petrol V8 2UZ-FE engine in it has done 380,000klms engine sounds smooth quiet it just pures like it was still brand new just keep upto the timing belt and oil changes every 10,000kms you will get well over a million ks out of one of these engines in Australia we seem to think the car will rust to the ground before the engine ever dies

that was good!

This motor might be even more bulletproof than the 5vzfe

Two of these have hit 1m.

the 2uz in the land cruiser had factor forged rods

Do you think the reason why it have « only » 2 bolt main cap vs 6 on the 1uz and 3uz is because the block is made of cast iron vs cast aluminium for the 1uz and 3uz. Could this be the reason?!?

Best Toyota v8 ever made

Scotty Kilmer loves it 4.7

How do you change the 2UZfe. Vvti filter

1fz-fe ✈️🔥

could you tell me what to buy to rebuild my 2uz-fe out of my 2007 tundra? Thanks for sharing I have coolant in the oil 270000 miles

Will a 3rd gen fit on 2nd place?

I couldn’t be happier with the 2UZ powered, 2003 4Runner that was passed down to me last year ❤ She’s a little over 296k on the clock nowadays, but still performs exactly how I remember from 17 years ago when I was learning to drive! My family was meticulous with on-time maintenance & paying the Toyota Dealer premium for timing belt jobs, but I’ve taken things a step further and have heeded Toyota’s recommendation by using 91 grade Shell fuel, once I took ownership last year. Since then, fuel economy has gone from 15 mpg combined which my family would occasionally bitch about, up to 20 mpg.. with a noticeable change in off the line pep! No one believes me, but money well spent 😄👌 I’ll drive this reliable ‘ol tank into the freaking ground before owning anything else!

@user-jf2ql9xw9y

Жыл бұрын

I haven’t heard of someone putting premium in a v8 4th gen. Wonder how mine would like it…

@braeden761

Жыл бұрын

It makes a huge improvement in mpg when towing. I can’t say that I’ve noticed a big different for daily driving between low grade and premium though.

@kenmcf

11 ай бұрын

Didn't know the grade of gas could improve mileage...interesting...I will try a tank I think..i have a 2001 sequoia 2uz

@reeksreeks3017

11 ай бұрын

That’s not usually the case on fuel unless the manufacturer calls for premium like the Nissan maxima where it will run on regular but the timing will go into retard mode to avoid damage. Use premium and the maxima puts out more power and better fuel economy. Is this the case for tundra?

It actually stayed around until 2013 it was completely dropped from tundras and sequoia engine choices at the factory

Another great video. Does the Lexus LX470 have an interference or noninterference engine?

@zerotobeesixty7050

Жыл бұрын

Interference engine

Can you put AA 5.7 crank is crank in a 4.7 block

I wanna swap one of these into a sc and make like 450hp, its probably not practical but is it possible? Idk much about anything, my dad has a 2uz in his tundra and love the sound and wanted to show it some love.

@DeweyC0x

2 жыл бұрын

I think you would have to upgrade the rods to make 450 reliably

i would love to get detail instructions on turbo charging my 2003 tundra 2uzfe. what needs to upgrade. my engine runs perfectly fine. i would just love to boost it and have it last a long time without worry that it will become scrap

Mine has air pump and air tube feeding the cylinders. Is there any way to move the airtubes and block them off?

What supporting mods would you use on this engine, I understand replacing stock rods but what else can you do?

@mikeb.7068

10 ай бұрын

You don't need to replace the stock rods unless you install a supercharger on the engine.

Is the non VVT an interference engine? Thanks!

Least loved? I have one in my gx. It’s great

How much HP AND TQ can it manage?

There’s 4 or 5 2uzs with over a million miles. They are beloved by Toyota owners. No domestic v8 is square or under square. The only v8 I can think of that’s under square is the Toyota 5.7

My sequoia has 333K how is it that it’s unloved

Im curious do they make stainless steel blocks? It would be lighter than cast iron and stronger than aluminum.

My v8 4Runner has 380xxx kilometres and runs shifts and feels like a new car :)

@MrTacoJay

2 жыл бұрын

What kind of oil are you running

@keltonderkach9601

2 жыл бұрын

@@MrTacoJay standard 5/30 brand name is petrol Canada, I don’t believe in synthetic I just change it often

Best UZ

The compression ratio on screen is different than what you said. Also what do you mean increased it to a 10:1? That’s the original compression of the 1uz, it was bumped up later to 10.5:1 so idk what your on about with the compression specifically.

@lsixty30

2 жыл бұрын

It looks like what you meant to say was the 2uz originally had a 9.6:1 which you never actually said and that it was then bumped up to a 10:1

I wanna swap one into my FJ cruiser when I can afford it.

Would a supercharger be possible? I have an 04 gx470

@ompenarnie

3 жыл бұрын

That's always possible, it's a matter of who makes one.

I have a Toyota tundra 2003 with 310.000 milles good motor n transmission ass killer ttuck

The 2UZ-FE is the best automotive engine ever made.

I have a 2006 Tundra with a 4.7 which one would engine do I have 1UZ or 2UZ? How can I tell?

@bornofkarma1327

Жыл бұрын

You have a 2UZ and you can find the engine code under the hood somewhere. The 1UZ is a 4.0L while the 2UZ is a 4.7L

Can you fix a turbo in the 2uz-fe

@harrywalker5836

Жыл бұрын

why,??,,is it broken.??..

Great video, thanks! I have this amazing engine on my 2003 4Runner. I understand mine doesn't come with the VVTi and I read somewhere that the non-VVTi is a non-interference engine vs the later VVTi model. Is this true? Thanks!

@Zoom-ui2pf

3 жыл бұрын

No they are mostly the same motor other than the cam phasers and changes to accommodate them. Other than that the clearances are the same and both are interference engines so don't skip those timing belt jobs haha.

@juliuslopez9438

3 жыл бұрын

@@Zoom-ui2pfI see, thanks for the info! Now at 230k miles, I just did the belt.

@Zoom-ui2pf

3 жыл бұрын

@@juliuslopez9438 yeah I own two tundras one farm truck with 274,000 and my daily with 173,000 both have been great and I just did the belt on both.

@dalepenner8411

3 жыл бұрын

I’m planning to get another 10 years out of my 05 tundra 4.7, works very well 💪🏼

@Ojb_1959

2 жыл бұрын

I’m planning on my 03 SR5 Tundra outliving me actually.

Can you change the two bolt to a four bolt?

@harrywalker5836

Жыл бұрын

no..

I am pretty sure Toyota used the 2uz block in their racing engines when they first started racing.

How about a toyota 2gr video.

So is my 2 uz reliable with 6-8 pounds of boost without new rods? Thanks

@jtwars6116

2 жыл бұрын

How many miles do u have on it?

@DeweyC0x

2 жыл бұрын

There’s a lot of speculation and debate about this. People say the Japan made (4Runner of all years, tundra and sequoia up to 03 or 04 before they started being made in Alabama). Unfortunately all I can ever find is this information referenced but not much testimony of people who have reported back after time they have done it and it lasted or if it blew up.

@harrywalker5836

Жыл бұрын

8lb, is 1 atmosheres..its actually less, atmospheric pressure is 14lb..

If I change my 3.4 in my Tacoma it sounds like the 2uz is the way to go???

Hi, How can you tell the difference between the VVTi and non VVTi?? Thank you

I have a 2wd 2008 4runner limited vvti 4.7 that I am dying to make a sleeper but I have been having trouble finding anyone that knows how to get it to 500hp. I have been told several times that it cannot get there without causing significant damage. Now I am starting to think that I have been told a bunch of bs.

the 1998 2uz in the lx 470 is rated at 230hp, 320lbft so you might want to revise your torque number for the earliest iteration.

@Notinserviceij

Жыл бұрын

You may wanna double check your numbers on your motor

Least loved engine 2uz. really! how did you gained 156k subs.....

I heard read it was like 562 pounds.....So how much would handling be affected with a 562lb V8 engine in small sportscar like a Nissan Z or Toyota Celica VS a 262lb turbo 4cyl. I'm thinking you'd have something like 70/30 weight ratio

@alouisschafer7212

5 ай бұрын

Im thinking these days a boosted 4 cylinder is the way to go if you want max power output for the least amount of engine weight. Like the good ol K Swap.

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