2lt-ii cracked

[ShineKNEE]

Hey guys. So after pulling the head, my lj70 needs a new head. Here is my thoughts

Complete restore of the engine

Replacement engine

Sell

I want to restore the engine but I'm having a hard time finding a head.

Good engine options but I'm scared for the electrical and how it should be married up to retain the original astatic.

Selling isn't something I want to do but if the shoe fits


Thoughts, comments, concerns?

 

[cruiserpilot]

Look up any and all threads created by @GTSSportCoupe

Don't dm him, he won't answer. But his knowledge is beyond everything. I think Toyota should pay him for
his research and development.

 

[ShineKNEE]

Look up any and all threads created by @GTSSportCoupe

Don't dm him, he won't answer. But his knowledge is beyond everything. I think Toyota should pay him for
his research and development.

Thanks, ive read everything he has in the matter. He's supper knowledgeable. However, not relevant when it comes to 2025. I also have a bone to pick when it comes to this specific genre of LC,'s. Og and these old heads are very dismissive of newer members, telling then look at the documents. I understand that you should do your research, you should also be accepting of new joins.

Either way, if you've got a lead on the parts hit me up (I respond to dms) if not okay shoot your opinion or thoughts on what I should do

Thanks brother man.

 

[GTSSportCoupe]

Hey guys. So after pulling the head, my lj70 needs a new head. Here is my thoughts

Complete restore of the engine

Replacement engine

Sell

I want to restore the engine but I'm having a hard time finding a head.

Good engine options but I'm scared for the electrical and how it should be married up to retain the original astatic.

Selling isn't something I want to do but if the shoe fits


Thoughts, comments, concerns?

If the motor ran fine (besides head crack), my recommendation is just replace the head and keep running it.

It's hard to find replacement motors these days. Unless one has documented history, you probably want to count on replacing head anyhow.

Selling as is you'll loose a lot of money. Even a new head on a motor with blow-by would probably reduce your financial losses.

Rebuilding is expensive....and not always a success.

2L and 2LTE (1990+) heads are out of production now. But 3L head is still available and works fine. Partsouq, etc.

I'm not dismissive of new members. (But a lot of what you're asking has been discussed already and recently even.) Only so much time in the day!
But hopefully you can stick around and help answer questions too (as your own experiences builds).

Good luck with it!

 

[mikemcd33]

Within last 2 years, I successfully (through my new best friend diesel mech) replaced the head on my 2lt -
A 1993 lj70 (delivered new to France, then full frame resto in Poland, then to US via Philly. (Go birds!).
Had 170km on it.
Was able to source all the parts, some (radiator, etc) from here and there, but Northwest Toys LLC was real helpful and sourced/drop shipped the new head. (Contact below)
Runs like a top now, and expect it to go forever (albeit getting there slowly)…
(About to reseal the injection pump, which sprung a drip leak)
I’m in mid Atlantic. Glad to chat. I don’t know much technical talk, but glad to chat on my experience.
Love my lj70
Mmcdermott@bergermcdermott.com

Wes Dosey
Northwest Toys
503-569-5739
Sales@northwesttoysllc.com

 

[Eurasiaoverland]

Here is where I would buy a genuine 3L cylinder head from, they are based in Japan: Toyota 11101-54131 (1110154131) HEAD SUB-ASSY, CYLINDER - https://www.amayama.com/en/part/toyota/1110154131

The last guy on here who asked the same question a couple of months ago, even after being told that the 2L-T head was no longer in production, thought he knew better and believed that he was buying an OEM head from a seller in China hiding behind a US business address.

You can get Made in China heads for far cheaper than genuine, but of course you may find yourself back to square one soon after. If you do buy a Chinese head, you probably want to get a machine shop to check the valve seats. I would also put in new genuine valves and use my existing camshaft.

Download the 2L/3L factory service manual, read and understand it before tearing down the engine. Use a genuine gasket kit.

 

[chap79]

When I bought my new head for my 1kzte I was able to purchase it directly from my local Toyota parts counter in Virginia. Ordered via their online parts site and will call picked it up. Took less than a week and I didn’t have to pay shipping. It was also cheaper than Amayama or Partouq. Might be worth a check.

 

[JuanJ]

Here is where I would buy a genuine 3L cylinder head from, they are based in Japan: Toyota 11101-54131 (1110154131) HEAD SUB-ASSY, CYLINDER - https://www.amayama.com/en/part/toyota/1110154131

The last guy on here who asked the same question a couple of months ago, even after being told that the 2L-T head was no longer in production, thought he knew better and believed that he was buying an OEM head from a seller in China hiding behind a US business address.

You can get Made in China heads for far cheaper, but of course you may find yourself back to square 1 soon after. If you do buy a Chinese head, you probably want to get a machine shop to check the valve seats. I would also put in new genuine valves and use my existing crankshaft.

Download the 2L/3L factory service manual, read and understand it before tearing down the engine. Use a genuine gasket kit.

Hello,

Well said.







Juan