06YarisRS's 2ZR-FE Swap 5-Door Hatchback (Automatic Transmission)

[06YarisRS]

Originally Posted by tmontague

Right on, engine looks to he in good shape.

Do yourself a favor when the engine is still out of the engine bay and easily accessible - remove as many bolts as you can and cover them in anti seize. Specifically the exhaust manifold bolts, intake manifold, fuel rail etc.

Also remove any hoses and spray silicone lube on the metal fitting/inside the end of the hose and re install. You have no idea how much easier this will make your job down the road if you ever have to remove anything.

Yeah, it looks good from the outside. They said they "tested it and it ran good". That's a similar response to what I got from all the sellers I messaged.

Yes, I think I'll really enjoy playing with the engine before installation. My timing cover bracket is "on order" from the online Toyota Parts dealer, so I'll have a bit more time to do what you suggest regarding anti-seize/silicone. I also ordered a PCV valve (See...I'm listening! ). Thought I'd install that before the engine is put in. I should be ok, right, not installing a catch can setup like you did? I won't driving the snot out of it.

I think you mentioned that you installed a Scion upper rad hose or filler neck, did you not? I really want an OEM look and will be searching for an engine cover. So far the ones I've seen online would require me to remortgage my house to acquire. Sometimes local pricing can surprise - in a good way. I'll keep looking around here. Q: If I keep the Yaris filler neck and rad hose, I wonder if the engine cover would fit? May have to just find out after.

Finally, and my apologies for the long-winded response... Your pics from your thread are gone, Photobucket, I presume. Wondering if you'd be amenable to zipping those up (if you still have them , of course) and firing them off to me in an email. I'll totally understand if you don't want to take the time as you guys are already being amazingly helpful and I don't want to 'overstay my welcome'. I'd of course keep in mind that your swap was with manual, but pics might be helpful.

Thanks Trevor.