1UZ VVTI Swap worth it?
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I've got a 95 SC400 with the stock non VVTI 1UZ. I keep thinking it would be a worth while effort to swap in a later VVTI 1UZ for the roughly 30-40 HP and TQ gain, plus the benefit of OBD2. Any down sides to this thought? I've currently got a line on a complete drivetrain from a 2000 SC400, minus drive shaft and rear end.
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Only downsides coming to mind is wiring, extra sensors....I'm not too versed in a swap like this but I mean for a few extra horses and torque is it really worth it though? personally wouldn't swap less I blew that 1uz to kingdom come, added 4 inspection ports and sent cylinder 5 to meet Jesus. will it be an endeavor? yeah most likely in electrical. mechanical I couldnt tell ya cept you losing that Non Interference status.
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I should add, regardless if I stay with my non VVTI, or swap to the VVTI, I do plan on going manual with a CD009. The seller says nothing has been cut or broken when removed, everything in the photos is included along with the ECU.
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