T100 question (1 Viewer)

[KliersLC]

Howdy folks,
I just bought a 95 t100 4x4 to replace my 4runner and was wondering if anybody had any tips for things to watch out for?
Thanks
Dan

 

[Gumby]

Head gaskets, maybe. Great trucks, but underpowered. I really loved my first one. Hope to have my 93 on the road soon. I fixed the underpowered problem.

 

[RWD]

If it's a stick, check the clutch pedal support bracket. They have been known to crack. The 3.0 v-6 had a head gasket recal but I don't think the 3.0 was available in 95. Can't think of any other glaring problems. Great truck but underpowered as Gumby said.

 

[KliersLC]

Thanks for the info-does the 3.4 have head gasket issues as well?
Dan

 

[RWD]

No head gasket problem on the 3.4 Better motor then the 3.0 btw.

 

[brownbear]

i had my head gasket replaced on the recall. my 3.0 isn't too under powered. although I am a 2wd model. T100's are a great vehicle and something to note, they are not easy to jimmy the door. took a ama guy 30 mins to open mine after locking the keys in. I guess the Hino factory(where t100'a are built) thought it was important to keep it locked. I have had 0 problems.

 

[bkg]

Thanks for the info-does the 3.4 have head gasket issues as well?
Dan

Yes it does - 95 through early 96, I believe. It's the X-06 campaign, if I recall correctly. Not sure they have the same coverage as the 3VZ's - i.e. I don't think it has the same 8yr/100K mileage limit.

bkg

 

[RWD]

More info:
http://www.alldata.com/recall/make/Toyota_Truck.html

 

[RWD]

I guess I'm wrong about no issue with the HG. Look here:
http://www.alldata.com/TSB/60/95601685.html

 

[ken_79-fj40]

The 95.5 tacoma regular cab v6 I had got the head gaskets replaced by toyota. I really wish I still had that truck. It definately wasn't underpowered.

 

[Gumby]

My 3.4 wasn't underpowered in terms of running down the highway or even driving around. For a pick up truck, it had limitations though. Low down pulling power was definately lacking. 2wd auto.