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Originally Posted by Nafe
233kw IS350 3.5l v6.... Winrar
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This. I think if they use this platform to ever do a Lexus roadster (a la benz slk350 or bmw z4), a dry sumped 2GR is the IDEAL candidate.
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Originally Posted by Matt Andrews
2J was a great engine 15 years ago. great peak power. but not great power under the curve, or great hp to lb ratio. Big indestructible iron block is good for going in straight lines. But heck, even toyota swapped it out for something more effective for JGTC...
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Don't get it twisted. it might be outdated, but the 2JZ was way ahead of it's time technologically, and it IS a great engine. The fact that people have used it's underlying strengths to tune for top end and straightline racing take nothing away from the motor. They didn't need to use it for JGTC as the 3S motor made the mandated 500hp without breaking much of a sweat at a much lighter weight. The JZ, though heavy, is still far lighter than any RB motor from that era, or any iron block I6 from that time period. The UZ engine which replaced the 3S in JGTC, is for all intents and purpose, an Aluminum, NA, V8 JZ. You guys stateside have yet to see half of what the UZ has to offer... but I digress.
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Originally Posted by Turbowned
But as long as we're talking ridiculous swaps, how about an LF-A motor?
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I've been jonesing for toyota to do an 86 Concept/show car with a 1LR swap. Just for shit's n giggles.
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Originally Posted by Mitch
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Those engines are more than a little bit heavier than the LR. The S85 is a remarkable engine in it's own right though.