New to the forum and Toyotas

[joe510]

Hey everyone,  My name is Joe and I live in the Bay Area.  I am new to wheeling and Toyota's,  I am also new to complete swaps.  I have never really done a complete swap with a different motor, only your average rebuilt 350 in a Chevy truck or older mustang stuff. 
what I have is an 83 4x4 with stock running gear and a 6" lift on some worn out 33's .  I recently picked up a 94 2wd pickup with a 22re as the donor truck for a complete swap.  I Just finished pulling the motor out earlier tonight and I was able to salvage the entire wiring harness from front to back. 
If there is anyone in my area that has done this swap, I would appreciate a little help. 
To start with I think I am going to strip down the 22re and freshen it up.  The odometer says 260K but it looks to be a newer head so I might just pull it and do a quick inspection.  If it is shot then I will do a complete rebuild.  In the mean time I have been thinking about a few power upgrades for it, cam, headers, maybe a bigger throttle body.  The overall purpose of this build is to make a trail ready daily driver, something I can drive to work during the week and load it down with gear and go camping up in the mountains on the weekends.   My inspiration came when I was looking at Green Truck's build.  Greg did an amazing job.  I have 2 cases but no adapter yet so that is on my list as well as a few other things. 
Thanks for reading and again if there is anyone in my area that has done this swap or has a a similar interest, don't hesitate to hit me up with suggestions or if you want to come over and have a beer and get your hands dirty,  my door is always open.

[joe510]

Dude, no love for me at all,  hmmmm,  OK free beer for everyone! ! ! !hopefully that gets some responses......

[ajordan1975]

FREE BEER!!!
to bad you live so far from me!

[yotacrawler1]

woooo!  hahah

[79coyotefrg]

from Arkansas

lots of people in your area,  and plenty of information here but if you cant find what you want just ask

[joe510]

does anyone know where i can have my engine rebuilt?  94 22re,  looking for a good engine shop in the bay area...  anyone have good experiences? 
Any information would be appreciated.

[DAILYspec]

Dont know if you've finished this project, but TOY Connection in Santa Clara can rebuild your motor, plus they have lots of parts and know how as well.

[Dingman.]

http://www.putneyscustommachine.com/Home%20-%20Putney%27s%20Custom%20Automotive%20Machine.html

People seem to be really happy with Putney.  Jim is a nice guy too.  Hed get my business.

Little bit furture north than what u would like but thought id thrkw it out there