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gpyota83
07-16-2007, 11:18 PM
Hey guys, This is my first zuk build. Have some serious questions! I built a Toyota but have moved to the zuk's and am lovin it so far! Its an 89 with a 91 sidekick motor (8valve 4cyl.), Toy axles front and rear, Toyota TRD E-Locker up front, Welded rear, Crossover Highsteering, and a custom job on the used to be tin top.
Now questions...the fuel pump is bad, it is located in the tank, stupid question but has anybody relocated and used external pumps to save the hassle? Also the toy rear axle has one junction for brake lines and the zuk has two...what do you guys do usually on these swaps? Well hopefully I can get some help and new ideas off of here! thanks for your time!
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Rebel Zuk
07-17-2007, 03:42 PM
I did the swap also...Use an external fuel pump from a 1987 F150 with 302 engine. Be sure to get an inline fuel filter thats between the fuel tank and fuel pump. Hope this helps.
gpyota83
07-17-2007, 10:27 PM
Can you use a stock zuk pump or is that not good enough? Can you keep the original tank and just change the Pumps? I allready have an inline filter installed. thanks
Rebel Zuk
07-18-2007, 02:55 PM
You need that pump b/c it pushes enough PSI to your injectors. The zuk pump does not and you will starve your engine of fuel. You can use the stock fuel tank still.
gpyota83
07-18-2007, 05:38 PM
I talked to a couple ppl today who have done the swap before and they use the sidekick pump...its is the higher lb. pump.
Anyone have tips on the best way to run the rear break lines? the 2 soft zuk lines and one toyota solid T mount..thanks
Rebel Zuk
07-18-2007, 08:16 PM
I guess you can, Im not sure what the PSI rating is on that pump, but I know the one I stated earlier is more than enough and its cheap!!!! Not to say though that its the only pump that would work, Im sure there are lots of pumps that will work, but I chose that one bc its cheap and PSI rating is good. GL with your build.
gpyota83
07-20-2007, 01:20 AM
I got the fuel pump in and it works...the motor hasn't been ran in a while and is running very hot. It seems like there isnt sufficient coolant flow, i took out the thermostat and it opened at 195 in water...im going to replace it anyways and hope that i can figure out what is going on...
gpyota83
07-21-2007, 09:28 PM
Up And Running Great! Not Actually Overheating..The Guage Goes Up Quick And Maxes Out..But The Motor Is Not Overheating..Either A Short Or Bad Sensor Im Guessing...But It Is Not Allowing The Engine To Warm Up Correctly, It Automaticly Thinks Its Warm And Takes A While To Run Smooth..
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gpyota83
07-29-2007, 07:14 PM
Changed out the temp. sending unit to the computer and it runs better but still wount warm up right...idles a few seconds and dies...any suggestions? Also added some tail lights.
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TEXXCRAWLER
08-03-2007, 03:29 PM
Nice I like how you did the back half of the cab looks great
trailcreep
08-05-2007, 08:50 PM
Are you going to gusset up those front shackle hanges? Alot of unsupported overhang there.
gpyota83
08-07-2007, 07:42 PM
Yes I Plan To Incorporate Them Into A Front Bumper.
trailcreep
08-08-2007, 09:18 PM
Bumper?? Who needs a bumper:D
I shoulda guessed that :rolleyes:
grm
08-09-2007, 08:05 PM
what type of bucket seat are you using and was it much work to get them to fit?
gpyota83
08-10-2007, 12:41 AM
Pretty sure they are out of a sidekick...just fab up some brackets for the sliders and your good to go. The arm rests are great!

Hopefully getting the new shock hoops and rear mounts put in tomorrow!
gpyota83
08-11-2007, 03:24 PM
Latest... I started it up to trailer it to have the shock mounts welded on and hoops welded on...it has been running fine for the last week or two, and now it will idle fine but as soon as i try to move it dies in say 10 feet. My guess is distributor module or something like that, any ideas? thanks
gpyota83
08-29-2007, 10:22 PM
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j258/gpunitkristi/shockhoop2.jpg
Got the hoops in up front, need to gusset them still, finished the welding on the backside of the cab and will seal it all up with some plexi glass this weekend. Next is a Calmini Intake kit and Calmini Full Exaust kit along w/ some new carpet and door panels! Lots of work to do but getting closer.
wildchild1066
09-11-2007, 03:12 PM
just make two lines from the junction on the frame to eacth wheel clylinder
gpyota83
09-11-2007, 06:25 PM
Yeah I Did Just That, Sent Each Hardline Individually With No Junction...Thanks
hobie
10-15-2007, 11:12 AM
nice sammy!
jackrista
10-15-2007, 12:14 PM
I got the fuel pump in and it works...the motor hasn't been ran in a while and is running very hot. It seems like there isnt sufficient coolant flow, i took out the thermostat and it opened at 195 in water...im going to replace it anyways and hope that i can figure out what is going on...

go with a 180* tstat. instead of a 195*

check your ground wires that would be a good place to start for your eletrical problems