2JZ-GE Head Rebuild Questions
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I am in the process with rebuilding my head, with intentions of going turbo before putting the motor back into the car. My plans include a TT headgasket, BC Springs and Ti Retainers, and larger cams 264's or 268's. My motor is a 2JZGE with 170k miles on it, I am going with a PT6766 and my hp goals are in the 500whp range. Also keep in mind I do have a budget to keep in mind (not super tight, but this will not be a race car that I am going to dump endless funds in)
Questions
1. Are the ARP head studs for the 2JZGE and 2JZGTE the same
2. I am planning on using BC springs and ti retainers, are they the same for the GE and GTE as well
3. Do I need to replace my valves and valve guides
4. As for my cams, I know TTC makes 268s for the GE head, but I am thinking that in order for my turbo to clear, I am going to have to delete the dist. So, with that in mind, does that open up my cam selection to GTE cams, like some Titan 264's, or if I go with the 268's for the GE head, will I have any issues when I delete the distributor?
5. I am going to replace my Water and Oil pump while the motor is out, should I go with any certain brand or upgrade, or will whatever brand that I can get from Dobbs be fine (friend is a manager their, so I get a deal on parts).
Thank You in advance
Questions
1. Are the ARP head studs for the 2JZGE and 2JZGTE the same
2. I am planning on using BC springs and ti retainers, are they the same for the GE and GTE as well
3. Do I need to replace my valves and valve guides
4. As for my cams, I know TTC makes 268s for the GE head, but I am thinking that in order for my turbo to clear, I am going to have to delete the dist. So, with that in mind, does that open up my cam selection to GTE cams, like some Titan 264's, or if I go with the 268's for the GE head, will I have any issues when I delete the distributor?
5. I am going to replace my Water and Oil pump while the motor is out, should I go with any certain brand or upgrade, or will whatever brand that I can get from Dobbs be fine (friend is a manager their, so I get a deal on parts).
Thank You in advance
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I am in the process with rebuilding my head, with intentions of going turbo before putting the motor back into the car. My plans include a TT headgasket, BC Springs and Ti Retainers, and larger cams 264's or 268's. My motor is a 2JZGE with 170k miles on it, I am going with a PT6766 and my hp goals are in the 500whp range. Also keep in mind I do have a budget to keep in mind (not super tight, but this will not be a race car that I am going to dump endless funds in)
Questions
1. Are the ARP head studs for the 2JZGE and 2JZGTE the same
2. I am planning on using BC springs and ti retainers, are they the same for the GE and GTE as well
3. Do I need to replace my valves and valve guides
4. As for my cams, I know TTC makes 268s for the GE head, but I am thinking that in order for my turbo to clear, I am going to have to delete the dist. So, with that in mind, does that open up my cam selection to GTE cams, like some Titan 264's, or if I go with the 268's for the GE head, will I have any issues when I delete the distributor?
5. I am going to replace my Water and Oil pump while the motor is out, should I go with any certain brand or upgrade, or will whatever brand that I can get from Dobbs be fine (friend is a manager their, so I get a deal on parts).
Thank You in advance
Questions
1. Are the ARP head studs for the 2JZGE and 2JZGTE the same
2. I am planning on using BC springs and ti retainers, are they the same for the GE and GTE as well
3. Do I need to replace my valves and valve guides
4. As for my cams, I know TTC makes 268s for the GE head, but I am thinking that in order for my turbo to clear, I am going to have to delete the dist. So, with that in mind, does that open up my cam selection to GTE cams, like some Titan 264's, or if I go with the 268's for the GE head, will I have any issues when I delete the distributor?
5. I am going to replace my Water and Oil pump while the motor is out, should I go with any certain brand or upgrade, or will whatever brand that I can get from Dobbs be fine (friend is a manager their, so I get a deal on parts).
Thank You in advance
2: Yes they are the same
3: Valves will depend on the current condition of yours, @ 170k miles it's something to consider
4: The only way to run GTE cams is to modify your head to provision a GTE cam sensor which requires welding a flange on the intake side of the head. It's a custom job and needs to be in the hands of someone that can weld aluminum good. I stuck with the 7mGTE CPS for turbo clearance and overall simplicity. This does limit me in cam options on the exhaust side as it HAS to have the distributor gear still but TTC or webcams can grind you a 268 or whatever you want. Intake side can run any GTE cam non vvti.
5: I would stick with OEM Toyota stuff if your budget allows for it. Curt at Elmhurst has good pricing, compare the two and if OEM isn't much more than go that route.
Keep in mind that with the 6766, a complete unopened GE motor will make 500whp with ease, stock cams, intake, compression, of course with the right tuning and fuel support
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But for 500 hp , I wouldn't worry about Valves. stock valves works very well i wouldn't change then , i won't eVen pull the valve cover off.
500hp spring and retainer is not needed , 264 cams are not needed .
My Only concern is the ECU , what ecu are you running ? what transmission?
500hp spring and retainer is not needed , 264 cams are not needed .
My Only concern is the ECU , what ecu are you running ? what transmission?
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I'm just doing the valves/valvetrain just in case I want more power later and to be on the safer side of things. And after re-reading his first post I was reminded that im shooting for more power than the OP
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honestly no need to change valves from stock unless burnt or bent .. just have valves lapped and cleaned of all carbon.. the real secret to make head perform at best is recutting of the seats to obtain 100 % sealing
i have reworked my entire head 2 yrs ago and have zero issues to date at 600rwhp
i have reworked my entire head 2 yrs ago and have zero issues to date at 600rwhp
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But for 500 hp , I wouldn't worry about Valves. stock valves works very well i wouldn't change then , i won't eVen pull the valve cover off.
500hp spring and retainer is not needed , 264 cams are not needed .
My Only concern is the ECU , what ecu are you running ? what transmission?
500hp spring and retainer is not needed , 264 cams are not needed .
My Only concern is the ECU , what ecu are you running ? what transmission?
I am going with AEM EMS for my ECU and an R154 since my car is a factory 5-speed car.
The car will be a long term toy, so further down the road ill upgrade fuel, rear end, maybe 6-speed, who knows, thats y i want to do the head right the first time.
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So the motor is out and apart, head is done, and I have decided to keep my distributor...
Questions
1, Will a PT6665 clear the distributor, using a quicksiler manifold (suprastore.com)? I plan on going with a FFIM
2. While my motor is out of the car and the head is off, what maintenance should be done to the bottom end since it has 170k+ miles? Do I need to change the rods, pistons, piston rings or anything else, or is the bottom end no worry?
Thank You in advance
Questions
1, Will a PT6665 clear the distributor, using a quicksiler manifold (suprastore.com)? I plan on going with a FFIM
2. While my motor is out of the car and the head is off, what maintenance should be done to the bottom end since it has 170k+ miles? Do I need to change the rods, pistons, piston rings or anything else, or is the bottom end no worry?
Thank You in advance
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Just go COP setup if you can (wise investment) and run the distributor as your cam/crank signal, you can then put a cap (mod your dist cap) on it and have tons of room. ESPECIALLY if you plan on running an FFIM, its just worth it.
I dont personally think the bottom end needs touching unless you notice anything about the cylinders or it has been beat on. My car has the same mileage basically and im going for more HP and im not touching my bottom end.
Make sure you do the EGR delete if you havent already.
I dont personally think the bottom end needs touching unless you notice anything about the cylinders or it has been beat on. My car has the same mileage basically and im going for more HP and im not touching my bottom end.
Make sure you do the EGR delete if you havent already.
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