Suzuki Jimny 1.6 Engine Conversion ( BIG JIM ) Off Road Test Drive Power Upgrade Suzuki Vitara

[@lifes.projects]

Heres the complete list of Mods ( I forgot to mention) you need to do so this engine will fit: :Driver engine mount is slightly further back of the origional so you need to drill a hole in the metal bracket so you can move it forward. :Use the Jimny manifolds (they bolt stright to the 1.6 with no mods) :Run the bottom coolant hose infront of the engine mounting rather than through it. Thats it 👍 Hope you enjoyed and found this video useful.

[@alan2804]

I’ve never done an engine swap so this was great to see, what put me off trying it was does the ecu need changed, injectors programmed etc how far can you go before getting a Q plate and how do our “friends” in the insurance racket respond? Cheers for another great video, Alan.

[@lifes.projects]

This is a really simple engine swap as reguards to a bigger engine. As the blocks are nearly identical everything from the 1.3 fits to the 1.6. It runs on the 1.3 manifolds and injectors etc so the only thing thats changed is the piston size. Must say i can definately feel it. If i was to swap it for something else i would have to make a wiring loom and fit a new ecu Etc. As for the insurance you just put non standard engine. But i am yet to find out what that will cost 🤣

[@denizulas7182]

did you have to do any modifications to the oil pick up and oil pan ?

[@lifes.projects]

@@denizulas7182 It was already done on mine but yes you have to fit the Jimny pickup pipe and sump

[@aadrianlee]

Hi mate would you be interested in selling the 1.6 Jimny ?? Regards

[@clintcooper9195]

hey there, the swift sport m16a (high lift cams, forged pistons, all standard equipment) 1.6 dohc vvt 125 hp is also a nice swap into these, about 20 more hp than the 1.6 vitara engine, thanks for making this video, have a great day!

[@lifes.projects]

Thank you! I am actually editing a sport/Liana 1.6VVT engine conversion as we speak 🤣 What a differeance may I add!!!

[@dpsilver1]

@@lifes.projects the M family of engines don't swap into this jimny you will also need a new gearbox if you are gonna do that

[@GERfusion]

Love this video! You make it look so easy. Seriously considering doing it to mine. Standard 1.3 is gutless. Keep up the good work.

[@lifes.projects]

Thank you! It was a really fun video to make. Its a really easy conversion to do.

[@whiteroseoutdoors]

Love that! Jimnys were the first 4x4s i looked at but got put off due to all the rusty ones out there, wish id got one now, love my Freelander but i fancy something smaller, might sell that and buy a Jimmy

[@lifes.projects]

I have all three at the moment. Defender thats been rebuild a Jimny that I didnt realise how rusty it was and a Freelander 2 because of the Jimny 🤣🤣🤣

[@whiteroseoutdoors]

@@lifes.projects Jimnys are sneaky buggers with the old rust worm haha

[@galicious-gamerz]

In my jeep, the oil chamber is larger, and it requires 4 liters of oil for the 1.3 engine. I have swapped the engine with the same one, the G1.6. Now, when I add oil, it shows half a liter less. Should I change the gauge, or should I increase the oil level to 4.5 liters?

[@alexisjeausgarcialodeiro6899]

Hi there,today I saw one of your videos for the first time You have make my day,thank you ever so much I own a Jinmy jeans 2004 model with about 100k milles Im really happy with it but I wish it coud have a better power plant As it hapends yesterday I saw a second hand vitara engine 1600cc for sale for 300 euros and since them I have been dreaming of put it on my car Is not a huge diferent but more engine capacity meants more torque,wich is a gain of 22nm @ 100 rpm lower range plus 17 extra HP @ 400 rpm range from the 1328 cc block Evry litle bids helps and if in the MOT dont see the engine change,as they looks the same ioutside all I can say is happy days indeed Cheers mate you have gain a new like and a followerkeep us happy with your suzuki Jinmy videos Cheerssssss

[@lifes.projects]

Hi mate glad you liked it. Yes its the same for us in England. If the engine looks the same and it passes the emissions test Happy Days haha. Yes its not a big difference but you can deffo tell there is more torque and its given better drive ability in general. Thanks for watching 👍

[@reddyreddy2618]

good video, and that electric ratchet looks well handy

[@lifes.projects]

I am really impressed with it! I got it for work and ended up taking it home because i use it more. It was £26.00 off ebay and i think i will do a review of it. Its always getting used and its brilliant!

[@RST1600]

Can we have a big Jim update please. Such a good vid

[@lifes.projects]

Thank you! This was the last update i did on the Suzuki, its the next inline when the land rover is complete

[@RST1600]

Thanks for update.

[@Σταμάτης-ζ3τ]

Hello buddy. The conversion you did looks amazing, and easier than I imagined. I want to do the same on my Jimny g13 2.000 model. I will ask you a few things that will help me a lot for the conversion. 1. Did you use all the g13 engine sensors or did you change them? even the lambda (L) sensor is the same of g13? 2. Αll exhaust pipes remained the same as g13; 3. Do you have a problem with the official smoke limits (Co2) of the exhaust? 4. Do the holes you drilled in the engine have a long-term reliability problem? (because aluminum is sensitive to shocks) 5. Is there a cable or connector or lamp on the dashboard that did not work afterwards? 6. Did you change the mapping of the ECU? The fuel is OK in the whole range of speeds? 7. The radiator and liquit of g13 is enough to cool the g16 and the a/c? Finally .... just these few. Thank you for your time to answer me.

[@lifes.projects]

Hi mate Yes all the sensors from the 1.3 including the lambda. Yes used the original 1.3 exhaust system. No the emissions remain the same and passes and MOT. The only thing i did with the holes is make some better washers / spacers so it fits better. No everything on the dash works perfect No i used the 1.3ecu and didnt change a thing Yes the radiator is fine. You have to change the route of the bottom coolant hose (not difficult) and use the 1.6 thermostat Glad you enjoyed it. It is a very simple engine change as the engine share so many similarities.

[@Σταμάτης-ζ3τ]

@@lifes.projects Thank you very much.

[@RST1600]

Loved the video. Thinking of doing exact same swap myself

[@lifes.projects]

Thank you. I havent tested it on the road yet but in the field there is deffo more power in the lower revs.

[@RST1600]

I never realised how straight forward it was. Been looking for a video like this for 2 years. So well done. You’ve found a great niche

[@lifes.projects]

@@RST1600 thats fantastic thank you!

[@marcellpaal]

what kind of bull bar is this? I love it

[@denisechapman1935]

Mine is an automatic. A bit worried about fitting etc. what about gearbox mount and tail shaft length. Thanks for the video.

[@judithwalker3007]

No words🤔🤔 Knew you'd been up to some thing - Saw the tyre tracks in the field😲😲

[@lifes.projects]

🤣🤣 I was waiting for your response

[@charliebutler9539]

Awesome! Thinking of doing this with mine, have you driven it long distance yet? Looking forward to the updates mate

[@lifes.projects]

No I havent as the rear body is rotten and needs sorting. I went long distance with the old engine so should be alot easier with the extra power!

[@MrJewripper]

Thats awesome! Planning to do the same with my 1999 Jimny. Is it getting harder to source a g16 nowadays?

[@lifes.projects]

Thanks. I wouldnt say they are had to come by its just getting one for the right price thats already been taken out or converted. The other thing to do is find a donor Vitara with the G16 engine and strip it yourself but again its more money and time

[@Jackson-bv8kv]

Is the extra power worth it ? By the way how much power does the new engine makes ?

[@wayneyeoman9872]

Hi did you ever have o2 sensor fault after doing this swap ? Thank you this video has helped me alot 👍🏻

[@lifes.projects]

No I didnt have any issues in all honesty. The only thing i noticed is it seemed be a bit flat at the top end but i think that was because i had to use the 1.3 injectors

[@wayneyeoman9872]

All sorted, thank you. Yes you are right it ended up being the injectors are used to 1.6 ones and it is 100 times better on idle and top end. Thanks again 👍🏻

[@MrMonta]

Did the AirCon system work after this swap? Did the pipes bolt straight in? and what about the steering pump ? which one did you use ?

[@lifes.projects]

Mines doesn't have air con. Standard jimny steering pump bolts straight on. The only think you need to do it re route the drivers coolant pipe under the engine mounting

[@MrMonta]

@@lifes.projects thanks for the answer. I'm doing it right now on my jimny. What did you do with the starter. I couldn't get the bolts to match the holes on the bell. The 1.3 starter seems to have a slightly larger diameter.

[@lifes.projects]

@@MrMonta you have to fit a shorted starter. I believe its the 1.6 starter.

[@billyholland4203]

Did drilling the holes in the engine cause any problems down the line thanks

[@lifes.projects]

No i made some strengtheners/spacers later on so it was a nice fit

[@billyholland4203]

@Life's Projects so did you just use the one bolt either side with spacers through the block or do you mean up, added another bolt through the 12mm holes with spacers? Thanks

[@lifes.projects]

@@billyholland4203 one bolt either side with the spacers so it spreads the load

[@jamiesatchell298]

hi mate love the video big help but do you know if it has to be a 16 valve vitara engine or can it be an 8 valve?

[@lifes.projects]

Thank you. Not sure actually. As far as i know it has to be a 16v as the ECU may have problems with the timing/running of the 8V valve.

[@jamiesatchell298]

@@lifes.projects thanks

[@acodimoski9812]

What tires size...and lift kit inches...all modifications for a lift kit??? More informations for lift kit

[@lifes.projects]

Tyre size is 215 75 15 2inch lift Castor correction bushes 30mm spacers Adjustable panard rods Steering damper

[@acodimoski9812]

@@lifes.projects i have suzuki jimny 2003 1.3 petrol and ome Emu 2 inches but what do you think for 4 inches with castor bushes only (without castor corrected arms)....and also i have 215 75 15 BFGOODRICH MUD TERRAIN but i am not sure should I go 4 inches and bigger tires (30' 9.5 r15)..what do you think..

[@bobbychen8045]

Is there much difference with the non vvt model ?

[@lifes.projects]

Mine is the non vvt model. The vvt model is a little more in depth but still not that difficult to do

[@joeyasuncion7687]

Will the suzuki vitarra engine fits to jimny 2009 automatic?

[@lifes.projects]

No you will need a Swift or a Liana 1.5vvt or 1.6vvt. I actually have a video coming soon with this exact engine conversion but on a manual so one to watch out for.

[@leonbuild3246]

Did you use 1.3 flywheel and clutch or 1.6 vitara flywheel and clutch

[@lifes.projects]

I used the Jimny 1.3 clutch and flywheel

[@leonbuild3246]

Why not the 1.6 flywheel and clutch

[@davidellis1355]

Might be doing the same thing very soon, What wheels and tyres have you got fitted?

[@lifes.projects]

Hi David. For everyday driving i have 215/75/15 BF Goodgrich All terrains and for off road (ones in the video) are insa turbos MT. Quite heavy and not the best on the road but not bad for the price!

[@davidellis1355]

@@lifes.projects thanks 😀

[@1mach28914u1]

What ECU are you using in it? Sorry if this has been asked & addressed already. Thanks

[@lifes.projects]

Its the standard jimny one.

[@c.c.8841]

where did you get the bull bar, like it !

[@lifes.projects]

Thank You! Its a Mitsubishi bullbar adapted to fit a Jimny

[@ozsvathzsolt7810]

Hy Mate . you used the 1.3 engine cilinderhead cover?

[@lifes.projects]

No thats all 1.6 they are very similar

[@D3fenderfox]

Can usually tell when ones 1.6 swapped, it does the speed limit, Ik mine dosent

[@lifes.projects]

🤣 you are right! Ive just fitted a 1.6 VVT in this one a few week ago. Wow what a differance!

[@D3fenderfox]

@@lifes.projects I'm still looking for a non vvt liana engine but the garage dident like the cheap and cheerful welds, so no mot and no money to get everything just yet

[@Cheezwizzz]

Fair play to you. My 00 Jimny is smoking like an MF on start up and I had been considering an engine swap. But I ain’t handy like your good self. I don’t want to sell her off, but I don’t know what to do 😢

[@gaukevsworld]

Where did you get the bonnet from

[@lifes.projects]

Its a Suzuki bonnet with a bonnet scoop cut in filled and painted

[@denisechapman1935]

Did all the electronics plug straight in??

[@lifes.projects]

Yes everything plugs straight in.

[@Roadified]

Now I am looking forward to break my 1.3!

[@lifes.projects]

😂😂

[@9mesha9]

Hi did you use 1.3 cluch or 1.6 and flywheel ?

[@lifes.projects]

Hi standard 1.3 clutch and flywheel

[@michaelfrancis2166]

Great job

[@lifes.projects]

Thank you

[@targetoz5470]

Gday mate, how does if go on the freeway, ? Can it easily keep 110km/hr?

[@lifes.projects]

Its exactly the same gearing as the 1.3 just a little more power so mich better on hills etc

[@samg1667]

What did you do with the engine mount on the driver side

[@lifes.projects]

I drilled a hole next to the original making the mounting sit further forward and it bolts up nicely.

[@internetttroll1908]

Wait... ar you the guy i just ordered my TM kit from to norway? My jimny look alot the same as yours. any estimate on delivery? lol Anyway, nice video! why say anything for the insurance ? they look about the same, im sure they would not notice here. Where is that front guard coming from? is this on TUV aproved?

[@lifes.projects]

Hi no sorry not me I am afraid 😂 I hope my Jimny hasent got a twin! 😂😂

[@sinnakjell7077]

@@lifes.projects hm. i ordered fomr jimnybits, and there they called a jimny big jim. thought it was the same. Anyway, it was nice to see how it was done. did you notice any torque gains?

[@lifes.projects]

@@sinnakjell7077 Ah right i didnt know that. Ive got some parts from Jimnybits before. Good company! Yes there is more torque in the lower revs. Noticed it straight away

[@sinnakjell7077]

@@lifes.projects I ordered from bigjimny not jimnybits. i was wrong. anyway, i might do a swap.

[@lifes.projects]

@@sinnakjell7077 They are both good companies so you wont have a problem 👍

[@Kreatifi]

there is a difference in the engine bolt or not

[@lifes.projects]

Yes the bolts are bigger so you have to drill out the gearbox holes

[@Kreatifi]

@@lifes.projects okokokk....if the sun and clutch are different or not

[@lifes.projects]

@@Kreatifi Not sure if the vitara flywheel and clutch are the same but you dont need to worry about the clutch as the Jimny flywheel and clutch bolt straight on.

[@fv7765]

Did you use the same ECU when swap 1.6?

[@lifes.projects]

Just use the standard 1.3 ECU

[@xalleeex9608]

That's class. So it's literally a straight swap.

[@lifes.projects]

Near enough. You have to drill out the gearbox holes to 12mm, move the drivers engine mount forward slightly (drill a new hole for the bolt) and I routed the bottom coolant hose infront of the engine mount instead of through it. Apart from that it and the sump its a straight swap

[@xalleeex9608]

@@lifes.projectsI've had a jimny and was the funniest vehicle Ive had till it came to long distance driving. Might have to get another just to do this. what about wiring?

[@lifes.projects]

@@xalleeex9608 Ive had loads of cars but the Jimny makes me laugh everytime i drive it. They are fantastic cars. Once its back on the road i am going to do an honest owners review so that will be one to watch as i am going to mention long distance driving 🤣. Nothing changes on the wiring. You use the Jimby wiring loom, the inlet and exhaust manifolds bolt straight to this engine.

[@xalleeex9608]

@@lifes.projects love it. 👏

[@dylanmcblain8211]

Hi is the engine code g16b ? Trying to find one to do the swap

[@lifes.projects]

Yes that's the one. Its the engine that's fitted to the vitara around 2002.

[@dylanmcblain8211]

@@lifes.projects thanks mate going to be doing it in a couple of weeks what flywheel did you use the 1.3 or the 1.6 ?

[@lifes.projects]

@@dylanmcblain8211 no probs. I used the 1.3 flywheel and clutch

[@dylanmcblain8211]

@@lifes.projects thanks a lot mate

[@lifes.projects]

@@dylanmcblain8211 👌

[@Maxi-hw8jt]

Is it the same ECU from the g13b?

[@lifes.projects]

Its runs off the standard 1.3 ECU. You dont need to change it

[@amirhamzah7249]

What model engine did u use?

[@lifes.projects]

G16b i think it was

[@lostrelospsi2205]

What about your suspension lift mate? 2 inch?

[@lifes.projects]

Yes 2 inch lift springs and shocks, adjustable HD panhard rods, Caster correction and polly bushed

[@YorkshiresFarming]

What is mpg like?

[@lifes.projects]

About tue same. Ive replaced it for a 1.6vvt now. Currently editing the video. Much better conversion!

[@YorkshiresFarming]

@@lifes.projects Is that much better on fuel?

[@lifes.projects]

@@YorkshiresFarming wouldnt say its a huge improvement but deffinetly noticeable

[@YorkshiresFarming]

@@lifes.projects ah right, gonna buy a jimmy but I’m looking for something diesel and fuel efficient as it’s a planned daily, 20mpg is costing too much

[@TheThomas1805]

Is this g16 or m16 swap ??

[@lifes.projects]

G16 out of the vitara

[@robertsharonbonaretti2525]

What 1600 engine did you put in

[@lifes.projects]

It is a 1.6 Sohc out of a Vitara G16B engine code

[@acodimoski9812]

The year of engine???

[@MrMonta]

@@acodimoski9812 2000-2002

[@nigelclats6970]

What'shappening with the defender

[@lifes.projects]

Dont worry its the next job 🤣 due to the lockdown i had to bring the graden project forward and wanted to make sure the engine was ok in suzuki. Currently rubbing the axle and chassis down on the defender so there will be a video soon 👌

[@eue073]

Wow engine swap in 16 minutes... can I ship my Jimny from Sweden to the UK for an engine swap ;) Thaks for the vid... great help because my headgasket have blown two times this year... Jimny 1,3 engine is a POS. Anyone done a 2,5 V6 from Grand Vitara in a Jimny?

[@lifes.projects]

🤣🤣 Thank you! You may as well swap it for a 1.6 if it blows again 😜. I have seen videos of a 2.5 V6 but never seen it in person. There is plenty of room in the engine bay so I doubt it would be a major task to fit into a Jimny

[@pathlessadventure2554]

Awsome!

[@lifes.projects]

Thank You!

[@santyclause8034]

No ECU fiddling? How is Engine Management and tune accomplished? And thank you for for this upload!

[@lifes.projects]

Thank you. No ECU fiddling needed. You use the Jimny Inlet and exhaust manifold with the 1.3 injectors ( you get alot more torque at low revs) and i runs great like that. If you fit the 1.6 injectors it struggles to run when warm and needs something doing to the throttlebody. I will be looking into it as i would like the 1.6 injectors in.

[@recall2880]

Great legs

[@robertsharonbonaretti2525]

1800 jimny in south Africa 3 years ago

[@lifes.projects]

1800 as standard?

[@robertsharonbonaretti2525]

@@lifes.projects M18 A Suzuki Liana engine

[@lifes.projects]

@@robertsharonbonaretti2525 I will look into that. Dont think we have the 1.8 Liana over here. Be a good swap tho!!

[@tombulli1236]

GREAT!!! GREAT!! I come from Germany ... it will be difficult with TÜV ... but I'll ask Off Road Boeckels if he will install my Jimny with Vitara engine with TÜV approval .. Do you have a problem with approval? If not .. you are fine! :) Greeting From Germany :) JIMNY RULES

[@lifes.projects]

No i dont have a problem. As long as it goes through the emissions test and is mounted correctly we dont have any issues. I know they are more strict in germany but i cant see you having any issues. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@tombulli1236]

@@lifes.projects Okay Thanks you :)

[@arielgh270]

A mi yimmy lo adapte un motor de Toyota starlet.

[@musamusa2064]

Good😂 車検のない国なら直ぐ載せ替えたい！ M13A は、力無さすぎ！ swiftのworksエンジン模索中！

[@GrumpsBarn]

...you youngsters nowadays!...lmfao!......hope you pumped up that rear tyre first :)

[@lifes.projects]

🤣🤣 it had to be done! Yes its had a thorough service. Those are my offroad wheels that i put on while its been stood. I have some BF Goodrich ATs that i usually use

[@Oilatumify]

Hey so no VVT right meaning can’t use the m16a is that right ? Thanks

[@lifes.projects]

Yes unless your jimny has the .13a engine then you can use vvt