Broken bolt has been removed from engine block. Some complications with scheduling to get my guy to come to my house…but the deal was successful in extraction without any other issues….like catching the diesel engine on fire. So now, reassemble then rewire for the new alternator's requirement.

I have found it a little frustrating trying to locate the specifications on the 2 bolts used on the tension pulley to mount to the engine block. I don't understand why it is so hard to find specs. If I can go to Ford service and get the OEM bolts, shouldn't I be able to find the specs for them online somewhere?

which engine did you go with?

For the Taco I went with the 3.4L original with some upgraded parts.

Update: After some long and hard thought decisions, I changed my mind and decided to outsource the engine installation. It really came down to expertise and me not having a shop to work in. I decided to send to @yota1performance for the installation since they are rebuilding the engine. The project blew up to a full mechanical rebuild, engine, transmission, and suspension. I flew out to California and met my daughter who was doing a work trip in the area and we both drove the Tacoma back to Texas.

There are a lot more pictures on Yota1 performance's Instagram account on the project. I'll see if I can figure out how to link here. Until then, here are a few images…

Nice visit to the 4 corners there.