What Does It Cost To Build A 3.4L Swapped Toyota Pickup!!!

This video is a breakdown of the cost to build a 3.4L swapped Toyota Pickup!
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[@justinpoole2688]

The quality of your work is insane, deserve a whole lot more subscribers

[@austinniemela]

Thank you man!

[@dyrnenorka]

so true

[@VOLTRON999]

@@austinniemela the money that you spent fixing this truck , in less than that price you would have got the whole same truck in working condition in Pakistan , its really cheap to travel , live and enjoy in pakistan so you are most welcome to pakistan

[@durango8882]

@Sydney Finau me tooooooo

[@Eric_the_miserable_midget]

I had to subscribe after watching the build video. Amazing job!

[@KayBertoss]

Wow! Brings back so many awesome memories of my Brand new 1992 toyota truck in metallic grey, extra-cab 4X4 5spd. Owned it for 14 years. Loved that truck. Only issues were the well known head gaskets. They went twice. Once while under warranty and once out of warranty. Toyota covered both repairs. Other than that we traveled and explored everywhere with that truck. Even towed a 13’ travel trailer from Van BC to Alaska and back. That Truck never broke down or left me stranded. Sadly had to sell it because we could not fit a baby seat in the back. Could not believe how much we got for it back then. Still had the original clutch. Staring a family we couldn’t afford to keep it and opted to buy a more family friendly vehicle. Couldn’t afford a brand new 2006 4dr Tacoma at that time so we opted for a lease return 2003 Pathfinder. We are now happily in a brand new 2020 TRD sport 4X4 DCLB. Great to be in a Toyota Truck again. You are very talented and have done a great job on that 90. Keep up the good work!

[@DirtGarage]

If you are going 3.0 to 3.4 you don't need to buy the rear sump pan. The 3.0 pan and pickup bolts on and clears the diff. For those looking to save a few bucks on your swap! Something missed in the video for 3.4 swap is the crossover pipe, on the IFS Pickups and 4Runners it needs to drop on the driver side to clear the driveshaft, some 3.4s come with one that can be cut up, flipped and welded back together so it drops on the driver side., otherwise you can buy a pre build crossover that drops on the correct side. I also 100% recommend this swap, so easy to do with any level of experience wrenching!

[@austinniemela]

Ah yeah I forgot about the crossover pipe! That’s not really a cost if you can modify the oem pipe like I did!!

[@dailangoodman1541]

Two best pickup builders right here, dirt garage and Austin Niemela.

[@austinniemela]

@@dailangoodman1541 thanks man!!

[@ValentinArzola]

I have a 3.0 on a 4Runner. Does look like a great idea to swap it out with the 3.4. Thanks for the info.

[@wulfkar677]

I have a 91 4runner that I have done a straight axle swap on it with a 4 inch leaf spring lift. I have moderate experience as far as working on engines but a motor swap seems intimidating to me. I have always dreamed about doing this motor swap on my 3.slow (240k miles) for over 15 years. Any advice on where to find an engine or where to start?

[@troyc5994]

$8k parts + long hard labor= priceless truck

[@richardnatividad2962]

Your ability to design and layout your iron and weld it in such an artistic fashion is incredible ! Rest assured you'll never go hungry. Looking forward to your next project my friend ?

[@svenvanwesterloo173]

I'm nothing less than impressed with this build, the quality and the craftsmanship are amazing. Keep it up !

[@jordanhendrickson1484]

Honestly like your vids a lot. You go through everything and give everyone ideas on there own build. Wondering what’s next...

[@austinniemela]

Thanks!! Hoping to start the next project soon!

[@NuttyNu]

$1500 into my 3.4 swap. I love it

[@luisirex6263]

It's just amazing how much time and effort you put to it, I really see you as a example to keep going in life.

[@stanwardoshiro]

This is an awesome build! Best part is you done everything yourself!

[@austinniemela]

Thank you!!

[@molinecontracting5142]

Been watching since your flat deck build, inspired me to build bumpers for my jeep. Love the channel and looking forward to the next build!

[@austinniemela]

Awesome man!! 👍👍

[@everythingsucks6086]

Your so right about prices! I traded a shotgun for mine! 😄 it didn't run, but it just needed a couple fuzes to get it goin. I got really lucky for sure! 👍

[@gregjohnson4760]

So crazy to see how far the truck has come, you did an amazing job man

[@myalsdobie6995]

Very nice! Love it, my truck is very similar. Almost exactly the same, it cost around 6.5k for my 3.4l swap 89 pickup. I saved some money merging my 3.0 and 3.4 harnesses, and spent that on rebuilding the axles, and going through the motor and tranny,

[@philgriswold2133]

Great wrap up. You are right about all of the little things, they do add up.

[@Dave-zt5oj]

You killed it!!!!!! Can’t wait to see the next project

[@joseurena7116]

Dude what a beauty of a truck, I have a project like this on my mind , thank you for all the detail on your vids, this is so awesome

[@everythingsucks6086]

What awesome rigs bro! I'd love to go wheelin with you one day bud! I don't think we're far from each other. I have a 93 4runner, I've been working on. Its nothing like yours, but its fun! Haha great episode brother!

[@alangomez6162]

Yep 3.4 swap I highly recommend too .. well worth every penny.

[@cleanleaves636]

great looking truck, ive had toyota's for many years and love them. just cant beat the quality and reliability. great job on this truck Austin !

[@austinniemela]

Thanks 👍

[@Mittomere]

Let's go!!, It always a good day when Austin uploads

[@austinniemela]

👌👌

[@glenniz1]

I'm new to your channel, and am quite impressed! The Toyota build was very interesting and the amount of info you give is excellent!!! Good Job Man!!!

[@Jesuswarnedus]

I had a truck just like this with a pop up roof that was removable. I dont know why they do not put sun roof or even a pop up roof, like I had, on the new models. It was my first toyota truck but not my last and was the one I liked the most. Love this truck. You did a great job. God Bless

[@Dadventurous]

Just amazing! I have a 1992 SR5 and I can't wait to start working on it.

[@ezracohen8247]

Really helpful video, thanks for making the list in the description super convenient.

[@austinniemela]

Glad it was helpful!

[@drossington]

Looks badass. It's bulletproof, awesome job!

[@impeccable1648]

Appreciate the Edutainment! Fantastic job on this build!

[@PipoZaro]

Thanks Austin, a great reference for my works on truks and jeeps. Regards and best wishes from Copiapó, Chile.

[@mikeofthemountain9865]

I'm commenting through my dad's account-- First thing is that even though no one is paying you for your time it is still worth something. Your time and labor are *never* free. It costs you something. That's the plain economics of it. Though I understand just doing a itemized list of parts keeps it simpler for viewers. Secondly, I bought an '89 4cyl 4-speed 2 door long bed in November in decent shape for $4000. It has it's quirks and foibles no doubt. In january on an icy road I tipped it on it's side and buggered up the bed corner, driver door, and driver rocker. In July the parking brake went and it rolled into a huge Hemlock, pushing in the passenger door. Your videos give me a lot of hope, so I'm removing the bed to put a flatbed on it and I'm trying to fix/repair what I can. It will be miles away from a resto-mod like yours, but I'm hoping to salvage a decent hard working truck that has a lot of culture and history behind it. I do fear that the scarcity of some replacement parts and the extent of the work may sooner or later put the kaibash on finishing it, but nothing worth having comes without some kind of fight. Maybe I'll be getting a professional resto-mod like yours someday; here's hoping.

[@mackchannel6348]

This is such a nice build. I have a 1999 F-150 that I'm looking to eventually do similar with to keep it on the road another 20 years. People say "Jest get a new truck man." They don't get it.

[@kolohelau1185]

Hawaii people drooling 🤤

[@bubbamedeiros1466]

My homie chado fab js finishing up a charged 3four in a 85 runner #straightouttaMakahaHi

[@Mr1991west]

🤣🤣🤣 Yesssahhhh

[@masonriley3603]

Love the truck. Everything I've done to mine was inspired by you and dirt garage.

[@austinniemela]

Thanks!

[@jacobperez6967]

You should nickname it “Yoda”. Unreal build and transformation 💪🏼

[@GamesGunsAndGuitar]

Why do you not have more subscribers!!!? Great vids man, thank you.

[@Apocalyptic-yr6uv]

Great video. I am learning so much. Keeps me motivated! Thank you.

[@janierios1194]

LOVE THE COLOR, SO RUGGED AND OUTDOORS!

[@michaelschnoor7594]

You did a awsome job. Hope theres more to come!

[@ChristopherT1]

Dude! You’re a flippin genius!! Respect!

[@adenbernales7162]

My brothers are from seattle. Just moved here in socal from the Philippines. Hopefully i can work on a truck soon. Nice videos bro! Keep em up. 👍

[@austinniemela]

Thanks 👍

[@tonygSDWR]

My 1990 had that 3.0l, what a dog! So slow! These builds are very tasteful and well done.

[@MussaKZN]

My 89 is the 22r. Slow Hold my transmission!

[@rburias80]

New subscriber here..Wow u r so brilliant u did rebuild d old toyota pickup like new car..ur amazing Austin..

[@austinniemela]

Thanks for the sub!

[@andrewdavis5404]

Great video mate , good no nonsense rebuild cheers from New Zealand

[@phillippearce9680]

Well done! Looking forward to your next build.👍

[@austinniemela]

Thanks! 👍

[@reyvajhernandez9468]

Amazing work my friend I saw all the process kudos to you sir thanks for sharing

[@OMACMedicFiveZero]

Planning this on my 90 single cab. Going to paint it myself too. Hope it doesn’t take too long lol

[@marksmith9303]

Don't ya just love the smell of a reconditioned 4x4 and its fumes in the mornin

[@bubbamedeiros1466]

Clean work 🛠 i got a 03 Tacoma 4dr getting straight front’d soon

[@fifitafonua5765]

mate that looks awesome Beautiful work can’t wait for the next one👍🤙

[@desimora8]

Good Job , Very good quality work specially since you have al the right tools and equipment and all your expertise . Well done. Nice truck.

[@elvisgonzalez7465]

Great truck man I’m planning on getting a Toyota pick up next year and use it as my first project

[@zahidakbar2348]

My son he is 6 years old he is big fan of yours work ...😊

[@vista1103]

Awesome job! Loved the whole thing! Wonder how much you sold it for!!

[@andrewlackey2563]

Great video man and build! With the Scion tC seats you put in, did you have to make custom mounts or did they bolt right in? Thanks

[@cho2jzfe90]

Beautiful Yota

[@tpv59]

GREAT video. VERY VERY interesting, intriguing and captivating. WELL DONE 'young man'!!!

[@rezayousefi1150]

awsome dude. I am looking forward to the next project and crossing my fingers to sell it at a decent price.

[@qubadmalik1]

Really Nice rig mate. I am drooling. Here in Australia too many restrictions and red tape to this kind of thing.

[@kds0068]

Thanks for your videos bro I got a 93 I am rebuilding you have gave me so.many ideas. Just lost the 22re in it last week (was trying to kill it) debating tdi swap or 3.4 now.

[@austinniemela]

The 3.4 is easier but I think the TDI is more fun and much better mileage

[@bassmith448bassist5]

I'd also to the rear main seal too. Also a timing belt an water pump kit.

[@edwindelarosa1050]

Excelente trabajo 👏 👍, muy impresionante 😲, great job, awesome transformation.

[@jimmy-ob4nj]

Super clean

[@justinbuckalew9952]

Quality work my man. Impressive!

[@austinniemela]

Thanks!

[@jakebrown5679]

Damn it sounds damn good too

[@MrJadeco79]

Thanks A. Your information really helped me make my mind up. Pre-chate it!!

[@tomislavpurgaric738]

Definitely some great skills and knowledge 1st great job!!

[@RoadhogRNA]

Sir you did a super job on tht build, nice work.

[@austinniemela]

Thank you kindly

[@macdaddy1617]

Sweet ride and great work! I have an 03 Taco that I would pay you to work on!

[@Dee12327]

Looks amazing, you did an amazing job.

[@iddddaduncan]

Awesome build! a Super Charger would be neat

[@supdus]

well done sir

[@luissalinas6938]

1st time Austin , amazing 👏

[@weldingwhat]

Very nice work.

[@justinbatchelor2418]

I am excited to see the next project. I doubt it is a Toyota build since you have 3 already but, I would like another Toyota. Good stuff man

[@austinniemela]

It’s another toyota haha

[@justinbatchelor2418]

Hell yeah!! Keep them coming man

[@justinebaugh692]

Good breakdown. I like it, thanks.

[@KazneeMundo]

Awesome build, I have a 1990 3.0 5speed motorhome, I am going to try a 3.5 swap, Thanks

[@Sarge0311]

Very nice build sir

[@iamyouare8527]

Great job👍 Fully a new truck for minimum 15-20 next years. Cool👌

[@keithbelk8347]

Really nice... would love for you to redo my 89 pick up just like that

[@chipper5267]

I’m raptor lining my Toyota pickup patriot blue. Hopefully it turns out good.

[@austinniemela]

Sweet good luck man!!

[@mrmalik123]

Good job bro feel like buiLding the same truck man

[@ericgoldtooth5591]

Awesome build....

[@ThunderSSB]

Great work 👍

[@Joe-xm5op]

This is one of a kind

[@johnnykirkland611]

Awesome thanks for posting 👍👍

[@tacomafan7488]

i had 2 Tacoma's before ! i loved them ! just became a Tundra man ! lol

[@MrInternationalSound]

Looks great

[@johncourtneyscott2757]

That truck looks awesome

[@nelsongarcia7606]

Great job man you’re so smart

[@dr.dreymisenheimer8499]

This is the color I’m wanting to paint my truck, what color and kind of paint did you use??

[@joecolon8197]

Great job!

[@davidcooper3957]

Looks very good for what it is especially being a 1990

[@maskedmarvel7869]

The impressive part is that you did it all by yourself.

[@phantomwalker8251]

with a grinder & welder,you can conquer the world..

[@scotmetcalf2745]

Man awesome job been a Taco fan forever! New subscriber also let me know when you sell it? I’d be interested in a heartbeat!!

[@rickyrego8371]

I have a 88 pickup 3.0. My donor 3.4 is a 2003 tacoma automatic. One thing I’m confused on is the automatic wiring harness and ecu. Do I need a manual wire harness and ecu or will the auto setup work with my manual trans. Trying to get all the confusion figured out before tackling the swap. Thanks man absolutely love the videos!

[@hcooper267]

You are the best man!👏

[@adamkisombe6563]

That's a great job brother 👏👍

[@austinniemela]

Thanks 👍

[@AyeBeezyy]

Will it bolt directly to the w56 5 speed trans wanna replace the 22re with something better

[@izekhibbard9409]

Not going to lie this is badass

[@bobmillar8718]

I wish I could do this, you’re amazing

[@Ianpayne83]

Great looking truck!