Mikesta's 4Y Swap - Questions

[Mikesta]

Hi all,

Just joined, long time toyota fanatic. My buddy in Seattle blew the engine in his 89 4x4. He said it spit oil everywhere and was pretty far from his home town when it blew. I called up Uship and had it shipped to me down in Missouri.

Not sure if I should do this yet. Before asking stupid question, I've read a bit and found this post helpful http://www.toyotavantech.com/forum/s...full=1#post804

However its putting a 1987 (edit) engine in a 1989.

I have questions on the reverse - Can I strip down a 1987 Block and put all the 1989 stuff on it? The engine I found is a 131,000 mile engine and before I pull the trigger, just want to make sure its the right van.

Vin on Donor - jt4yr29b4h5 1987
Vin on mine - jt4yr29v4k5 1989

Thanks in advance. I'd hate to see this 4x4 rig just sit for years.