@@laurencevillegarage @ working on projects! And mechanic on other vehicles for a living!! I have a question!! What about the moonies gauges on 88-90 obs, will they wirk on ls swaps? Just like d 95+, I have a 89 struggling with the vss to cluster
Thanks for the question. The a/c compressor and bracket are ICT Billet items. I wanted to keep the accessories in their stock location as much as possible. The bracket is very nice and tucks the compressor in. The compressor is very compact and is definitely smaller and more compact than even the GM Corvette compressor. Problem I found with the Corvette compressor was its length and hose/manifold placement. The length put it very close to the motor mount and with the compressor hose manifold mounting on the rear of the compressor, it would not work at all. The new compressor was shorter and the hose manifold mounting was on the side giving valuable room to work with. Check out one of the earlier videos, I went into more detail on the a/c mounting.
Yes and no. Yes in that the truck is almost finished. Just a few more details and it will be roadworthy and have everything working the way I want. I have been frustrated with other builds I have followed that did not reach completion and got sold or the projects were not completed with all the gauges working and a working a/c. I have not put out many videos because this project has had its challenges. I have done several tasks or smaller projects on the truck that have been done over 2-4 times to get it just right. I didn't want to put out a video showing how i did something and then a week or two later put out another video that was different. In several instances such as exhaust manifolds and water pump, I went thru 4 sets before I found the combination I liked. Instead, I plan to make a comprehensive video showing everything and with some detail. Depending on its length, it may be broken up into a couple of videos. This way I can show the way I ultimately went and why. It has been a bit frustrating, but I feel the quality of what I would have put out there would not have been near as complete or accurate as what is coming. Thanks for asking, hang in there, it won't be much longer!
The factory ECU runs a number of things. You don’t want to remove any more wiring or parts that you absolutely have to. Getting all of your gauges to work and air-conditioning can be a bit of a challenge. The language the LS pcm speaks cannot be interpreted by the Toyota ECM or gauges easily. I think I’ve got that handled…I’ll know in the next few weeks. If you have yours working, how did you do it? How about the a/c?
do you plan to leave the old ecu in place in order to run the non engine related canbus items? I'm actually looking to do a different swap but worried about what might not work on the body side if the toyota ecu isnt in place. also any plans yet on how you're going to mesh the new motor with the old cluster or do you plan to run an aftermarket cluster?
Yes, I do plan to leave the old ecu in place. The modern electronics are complicated and I only want to eliminate what needs to be removed. I plan to have the factory gauges functioning. I have started the truck. It will run, however I only ran it for a few seconds. Putting an exhaust on it today. I’ll know more very shortly. When it’s done I’ll do a complete video on it. Right now, if I tried to video what I’m doing it would take too much time. I’ve changed my mind several times on parts of the swap that either conflicted with each other or I didn’t like how something looked. Thanks for the question, it is looking good! Hang in there!
Thanks for the tips. I’m just starting to plan out a swap like this. Do you think the Holley terminator max is worth the money? Especially if someone is thinking of using a 4l80.
Depends on a number of things...your budget, planning on how to run your gauges, etc. I have not personally used the Holley system. I'm sure they are a good product. Is it right for your swap? For example, in my case, I relocated a number of items that would make it impossible to use a "pre-made" or box kit. If you were to locate all the items as basically stock for a Tahoe/Truck, it may be fine. I located my pcm on passenger side fender panel, tac module inside the cab, etc. so an "off the shelf" harness would not work for me. For the money, I would suggest a harness builder (with a good reputation) and literally discuss with them the placement and exact item of every item to plan to use and its location to the pcm. That way, no surprises on wiring length and location. You need to let them know the type of injectors you are using, location of alternator and what type plug it has, type of coolant sensor (2 wire or 3), if DBW, the length of wires (based on where you plan to mount it), etc. On that note, if you are planning on going DBW, get the pedal, tac module, connector, and pcm from the same vehicle. If you don't, you may have issues with all the parts communicating properly with the pcm and TB. This is why I say an "off the shelf" product may not suit your build. Since you are in the planning stages, you can really go into detail so you are more certain to get exactly what you need for your project. I will be doing a video soon on wiring harness choices and pros/cons. There is no "best" harness since every swap is a custom application. In some instances, Holley may be the best choice...or it could be a poor one. Do your research. It will become more clear which way to go. For the easiest swap (if there really is such a thing), go with gen3 engine with a matching transmission (from a donor), DBC, keep as much as possible stock to that engine and keep the harness the same way. Swapping into a smaller vehicle can pose some packaging issues due to less available area to mount stuff. Not to scare you, planning is your best way to insure a smooth project with minimal hiccups. There will be hiccups, I guarantee! All are fixable, but some you won't see until you get to that point in the swap and others will be more obvious. Too much to cover here. You can always contact me via email or messenger to cover more. Thanks for asking.
Thanks for the informative reply. I’ve been looking at videos on wiring, maybe a going with PSI may be a good choice for me. I was contemplating a cd009 to a gen 3 Ls. But with your recommendation of stay stock with the original transmission is swaying my options to going automatic, 4l80 looks like. I don’t think this project will be out of my skill set, just working on a realistic budget. I’ll be taking my time, clean and repair the donor motor/trany. Wiring harness. I believe Dakota has converters for the gauges to work, ect…. I’d like to do this right, professional, reliable. Oh, forgot, I have a XRunner so I should have a bit more room without the 4wd stuff. Again thank you, good info.
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Thank you Gerardo, where have you been? How is your project truck coming along?
@@laurencevillegarage @ working on projects! And mechanic on other vehicles for a living!! I have a question!! What about the moonies gauges on 88-90 obs, will they wirk on ls swaps? Just like d 95+, I have a 89 struggling with the vss to cluster
While I have not done a 88-90 model yet, I believe they have the same gauges as my '91...and yes, I got them to work.
Is that the AC compressor from the LS or aftermarket? How about the bracket? Looks like stock location.
Thanks for the question. The a/c compressor and bracket are ICT Billet items. I wanted to keep the accessories in their stock location as much as possible. The bracket is very nice and tucks the compressor in. The compressor is very compact and is definitely smaller and more compact than even the GM Corvette compressor. Problem I found with the Corvette compressor was its length and hose/manifold placement. The length put it very close to the motor mount and with the compressor hose manifold mounting on the rear of the compressor, it would not work at all. The new compressor was shorter and the hose manifold mounting was on the side giving valuable room to work with. Check out one of the earlier videos, I went into more detail on the a/c mounting.
any updates on the tacoma
Yes and no. Yes in that the truck is almost finished. Just a few more details and it will be roadworthy and have everything working the way I want. I have been frustrated with other builds I have followed that did not reach completion and got sold or the projects were not completed with all the gauges working and a working a/c. I have not put out many videos because this project has had its challenges. I have done several tasks or smaller projects on the truck that have been done over 2-4 times to get it just right. I didn't want to put out a video showing how i did something and then a week or two later put out another video that was different. In several instances such as exhaust manifolds and water pump, I went thru 4 sets before I found the combination I liked. Instead, I plan to make a comprehensive video showing everything and with some detail. Depending on its length, it may be broken up into a couple of videos. This way I can show the way I ultimately went and why. It has been a bit frustrating, but I feel the quality of what I would have put out there would not have been near as complete or accurate as what is coming. Thanks for asking, hang in there, it won't be much longer!
I just ls swapped my 06. Why do u need to leave the factory ecu?
The factory ECU runs a number of things. You don’t want to remove any more wiring or parts that you absolutely have to. Getting all of your gauges to work and air-conditioning can be a bit of a challenge. The language the LS pcm speaks cannot be interpreted by the Toyota ECM or gauges easily. I think I’ve got that handled…I’ll know in the next few weeks. If you have yours working, how did you do it? How about the a/c?
do you plan to leave the old ecu in place in order to run the non engine related canbus items? I'm actually looking to do a different swap but worried about what might not work on the body side if the toyota ecu isnt in place. also any plans yet on how you're going to mesh the new motor with the old cluster or do you plan to run an aftermarket cluster?
Yes, I do plan to leave the old ecu in place. The modern electronics are complicated and I only want to eliminate what needs to be removed. I plan to have the factory gauges functioning. I have started the truck. It will run, however I only ran it for a few seconds. Putting an exhaust on it today. I’ll know more very shortly. When it’s done I’ll do a complete video on it. Right now, if I tried to video what I’m doing it would take too much time. I’ve changed my mind several times on parts of the swap that either conflicted with each other or I didn’t like how something looked. Thanks for the question, it is looking good! Hang in there!
Thanks for the tips. I’m just starting to plan out a swap like this.
Do you think the Holley terminator max is worth the money? Especially if someone is thinking of using a 4l80.
Depends on a number of things...your budget, planning on how to run your gauges, etc. I have not personally used the Holley system. I'm sure they are a good product. Is it right for your swap? For example, in my case, I relocated a number of items that would make it impossible to use a "pre-made" or box kit. If you were to locate all the items as basically stock for a Tahoe/Truck, it may be fine. I located my pcm on passenger side fender panel, tac module inside the cab, etc. so an "off the shelf" harness would not work for me. For the money, I would suggest a harness builder (with a good reputation) and literally discuss with them the placement and exact item of every item to plan to use and its location to the pcm. That way, no surprises on wiring length and location. You need to let them know the type of injectors you are using, location of alternator and what type plug it has, type of coolant sensor (2 wire or 3), if DBW, the length of wires (based on where you plan to mount it), etc. On that note, if you are planning on going DBW, get the pedal, tac module, connector, and pcm from the same vehicle. If you don't, you may have issues with all the parts communicating properly with the pcm and TB. This is why I say an "off the shelf" product may not suit your build. Since you are in the planning stages, you can really go into detail so you are more certain to get exactly what you need for your project. I will be doing a video soon on wiring harness choices and pros/cons. There is no "best" harness since every swap is a custom application. In some instances, Holley may be the best choice...or it could be a poor one. Do your research. It will become more clear which way to go. For the easiest swap (if there really is such a thing), go with gen3 engine with a matching transmission (from a donor), DBC, keep as much as possible stock to that engine and keep the harness the same way. Swapping into a smaller vehicle can pose some packaging issues due to less available area to mount stuff. Not to scare you, planning is your best way to insure a smooth project with minimal hiccups. There will be hiccups, I guarantee! All are fixable, but some you won't see until you get to that point in the swap and others will be more obvious. Too much to cover here. You can always contact me via email or messenger to cover more. Thanks for asking.
Thanks for the informative reply. I’ve been looking at videos on wiring, maybe a going with PSI may be a good choice for me.
I was contemplating a cd009 to a gen 3 Ls. But with your recommendation of stay stock with the original transmission is swaying my options to going automatic, 4l80 looks like.
I don’t think this project will be out of my skill set, just working on a realistic budget.
I’ll be taking my time, clean and repair the donor motor/trany. Wiring harness. I believe Dakota has converters for the gauges to work, ect….
I’d like to do this right, professional, reliable.
Oh, forgot, I have a XRunner so I should have a bit more room without the 4wd stuff.
Again thank you, good info.
Do you have contact information to get the motor mounts ?
Yes, call Metaltek Manufacturing and ask for Jaime.
@@laurencevillegaragein Allendale,MI ?
I google them and there a few places with that name
Yes, in Allendale, MI.
Alright thanks