Restoring a 1st generation 4Runner
 

I have a 1988 SR5 V6 4-Runner. It has 218K miles on it. Still runs
fine but I can tell the engine’s getting a bit tired. I want to start
restoring it this year(new engine, suspension, paint etc.) I was
wondering if any one out there has experience dropping a new / re-
built engine in their first generation 4Runner. I was also curious if
a larger engine (4.0L) would fit in it or if I should just stick with
the same type/size of the stock engine. I am not a mechanic so I’m
looking to get some information on my various options and how to go
about it. I’m located in CA.

Any help would be much appreciated.

Cheers,

Christian