I think you need to get the head off to do the timing chain. Lotsa work. Start with the tensioner.
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Option 1 is not available any more from Toyota
Just saying
@donaldburks, why did your buddy park it for 5 years?
Or just life changes. Mine sat for almost 2yrs. I just didn't use like I used. Job, kids, divorce, life. Rather sell it in my case while had plenty of life in it VS sit and just rot.He was original owner so guess after 20 years and 500,000 miles decided he wanted something else.
He was original owner so guess after 20 years and 500,000 miles decided he wanted something else.
This is the only way we will ever know just how far one of these beasts is capable of going.Replace the chain and tensioner and run her till she blows.
I have a 96 with 500,000 miles. Has what sounds like timing chain noise. No knocks or heavy noises. Uses no oil at start up or driving.
Option 1. New short block/head from Toyota. total cost of project ~ $6500
Option 2. Rebuilt long block. ~ $5000
Option 3. Rebuild this engine ~ $2500
Option 4. Replace timing components and oil pump and keep going. $400
What would you do and why?
DO IT!Did compression check today.
1. 180
2. 170
3. 165
4. 165
5. 175
6. Heater hose in the way.
I’m tempted to run it as it is. See how long it’ll last.
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Nothing wrong by looking at those plugs!Did compression check today.
1. 180
2. 170
3. 165
4. 165
5. 175
6. Heater hose in the way.
I’m tempted to run it as it is. See how long it’ll last.
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I have a 96 with 500,000 miles. Has what sounds like timing chain noise. No knocks or heavy noises. Uses no oil at start up or driving.
Option 1. New short block/head from Toyota. total cost of project ~ $6500
Option 2. Rebuilt long block. ~ $5000
Option 3. Rebuild this engine ~ $2500
Option 4. Replace timing components and oil pump and keep going. $400
What would you do and why?