Choosing an Engine

My choice for an engine was a Lexus 1UZ VVTi.  Its a 4 liter continuously variable 4 cam 32 valve all aluminum motor.  It should produce around 300hp and 300ft lbs at the flywheel as is and weighs about 350lbs on the stand.  6 bolt main bearings, a steel crank, and a few other features Toyota blessed the motor with mean I can easily turbo it in the future.

The above photo is my motor sitting in the floor of Dallas JDM, a local shop that has some great guys who are always willing to help out.

1UZ-D20 is a bit of mystery, if you have any info on the D I'd appreciate a comment!

How not to get an engine out of he back of a car: