N/A vs Japan 3S-FE

[cam87]

My Gen 2 '87 Camery 3S-FE has siezed oil rings. I am going through about 1 liter(1 Quart) of oil for every 200km(120miles). I have located a dealer of imported Japanese motors with about 120,000km(75,000 miles). The 3S-FE head and motor will cost $500CDN, this is a bargain I think. Does anyone have any advise reguarding the swap in and out of the motors. Is there a concern for the wiring harness or any adaptor plates required(exaust, intake or transmission)? Or is a 3S-FE a 3S-FE anywhere in the world?Any specific concerns or typical problems to watch for when looking at imported used Japanese motors?

[BLUEMEANIE]

I'm pretty sure it should be the same but you might want to consult with a dealer or another parts recycler.
...or the search button. I believe there was a discussion on this very topic not to long ago.


btw its "N.A." N/A=not aplicable NA=naturally aspirated N.A.=North America

[Talisman]

They are pretty much the same. Try and get a later one if at all possible with the square spark plug boots. It will give you about 20 more hp.

[CaptMuttonChops]

Will it matter what car a 3sfe/auto trans comes out if you're putting it into a gen2 camry? I see a lot of JDM engines/trans on ebay, but I don't want get into something that I'll have to modify heavily in order to get it to fit.

[BLUEMEANIE]

I'd think so... different cars have different mounts. To be 100% sure I'd consult a dealer or parts recycler as to what models share the same mounts.

[1fastLE]

JDM 3S-FE == about 135-140hp (depends on generation)
USDM 3S-FE== 115-140 (depends on generation)

You've got 115hp, so you'll gain 20-25, or you can look into getting a USDM one from a Rav4 that has 140hp (roughly) and possibly save yourself some emmisions hassle (I'm not sure about Can. emmisions).

[88 LE]

Originally posted by cam87
Is there a concern for the wiring harness or any adaptor plates required(exaust, intake or transmission)?

The wiring for the engine is the same.

From the sounds of it your buying a longblock (block & head). You'll have to use your existing intake + exhaust manifold.

Any specific concerns or typical problems to watch for when looking at imported used Japanese motors?

Ask if the engine has a 6 bolt or 8 bolt crank. Early gen 2 Camry's have a 6 bolt crank and later ones have a 8 bolt crank.

Ask about compression, leakdown, and warranties.

Buy from a local importer if possible. That way you can check out the motor before you buy it.

[CaptMuttonChops]

I asked the guy if it had been compression tested, and he said it had been and was running when pulled. It comes with an automatic transmission. I asked him if he knew what automatic it was, but the only numbers he could find on it were A134. I know I've got the A140E. Has anyone ever heard of that transmission and are they compatible? He says the motor came out of a 1992 Carina. It seems like a good option considering I've got a dead cylinder and a transmission that isn't shifting right.

Here's the link to the auction:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEBWA%3AIT

[LiL cLueLeSS129]

hey i have parts for sale from my dad's 89 camry here the link.

http://forum.toyotanation.com/showth...591#post300591