Debating on what to purchase 1j or a 2jzge swap.

[suprafreak123]

Hi Everyone,
I have a chance to score a 93 supra 2jzge swap for cheap.I been doing my homework and it seems the the bottom end it's just as strong as it brother twin. I been breaking my head on doing a 1jz or now this pretty good deal.
Any guide will greatly appreciated.

 

[mjsn1]

This has been discussed many times, it all depends on what you want from the car. If you want a cruiser and a daily driver without bleeding your heart out, then get the 2J. And if you want a fast way of making power, but you will have to pay more, then get the 1J.

 

[Poodles]

Back when 1JZ front clips from Japan were cheap, 1JZ was a smart way to go. Now it's essentially the same cost to go 2J and it's a better, larger motor with better parts availability...

 

[525gte]

I have never under stood this debate. Having seen both motors built and doing one my self. I belive the only difference in cost is the transmission ..the engine is the same cost to build. But as stated above as far as a no mod right out of the box swap do a 2j in the end you will be happier. If you do the 1j 1st ..In 1 or 2 years you will be wanting the torque of the 2j.. that will cause you to do it again.. In the end 2j is cheaper. As the sickness worsens

 

[tlo86]

yes dead horse... i will say from personal experience i can go to a parts store and buy an ecu if i wanted for my 2j

even though i will never need a new one. cant say that for the 1j so much.

 

[suprafreak123]

Thanks guys for the input.