2007-2008 Acura TL Type-S J35A JDM Engine | 3.5L V6 SOHC VTEC Motor (J35A8)

Feature	Details
Engine Code	J35A8 (JDM J35A Equivalent)
Displacement	3.5 Liters (3,471 cc)
Configuration	60° V6 Aluminum Block & Heads
Valvetrain	SOHC 24-Valve VTEC
Horsepower	286 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque	256 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1 (High Compression)
Internal Features	Factory Forged Crankshaft & High-Flow Intake Ports

 

Vehicle Fitments

This JDM J35A8-spec long block is designed for the following North American (USDM) models:

• 2007-2008 Acura TL Type-S (6-Speed Manual and 5-Speed Automatic)

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Installation & Technical Notes

The TL Type-S J35A is a high-performance "interference" engine. To ensure a successful installation and maintain your warranty, please follow these technical guidelines:

• Long Block Conversion: This sale includes the engine block, cylinder heads, and internal rotating assembly. You must transfer your original USDM intake manifold (with the Type-S nameplate), exhaust manifolds, wiring harness, and all sensors (Crank, Cam, and Knock) to ensure 100% plug-and-play compatibility with your vehicle’s ECU.

• Oil Filter Housing: You may need to transfer your original USDM oil filter housing to ensure the oil pressure sensors and oil cooler lines (if equipped) align perfectly with your chassis.

• Transmission Pairing: Whether your Type-S is a 6-speed manual or automatic, ensure the dowel pins are correctly seated in the block before mating the transmission to prevent input shaft misalignment.

• Essential Maintenance: We strongly recommend replacing the following parts during the swap:

  • Timing Belt Kit: Replace the belt, water pump, and hydraulic tensioner (Interference Engine).

  • Spark Plugs: NGK Laser Iridium (IZFR6K11).

  • Rear Main Seal: Significantly easier to replace while the engine is out of the car.

  • Engine Oil: 5W-20 or 5W-30 Full Synthetic Oil.

• Fuel Requirement: Due to the 11.0:1 compression ratio, this engine requires 91 octane premium fuel or higher to prevent ignition timing retard and maintain peak horsepower.