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4th gen engine swap

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Joet94, Jul 15, 2024 at 6:57 PM.

  1. Joet94

    Joet94 New Member

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    So I'm about 99% positive the head gaskets blown on my 2011, it has 175,000 miles and every time I start it I get the death rattle, plus the coolant loss, whole 9 yards. I'm wanting to just put a 4th gen engine in and avoid the whole possibility of a blown HG again but I can't find a shop or mechanic in my city who will take on the job. I'm in Albuquerque, New Mexico and was wondering if anyone here knows a credible mechanic or specialty shop here or at least somewhere in the southwest region/neighboring states that can help me out. Really don't wanna take it to the actual dealer because I know they'll overcharge but it's looking like that might be my only option. Any help Is greatly appreciated, thanks.
     
    #1 Joet94, Jul 15, 2024 at 6:57 PM
  2. PriusCamper

    PriusCamper Senior Member

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    Oklahoma is a ways from you, but not too far... This mobile mechanic: http://www.instagram.com/skimmilkhybrid/ used to do Gen3 to Gen4 engine swaps in people's driveways in one day for a $1500 charge. I think he charges more now. Also these days he's working on Gen3 rebuilds because he doesn't like the reliability of the JDM Gen4 engines. But if you can find a quality used Gen4 engine from a wrecker you're definitively within his service area.
     
    #2 PriusCamper, Jul 16, 2024 at 1:36 PM
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