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It's been several years now, but I've probably only put about 20k on it since then.Out of curiosity, how long ago did you do to head gasket?
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It's been several years now, but I've probably only put about 20k on it since then.Out of curiosity, how long ago did you do to head gasket?
Wondering if they introduced some kind of debris into the oil gallies. When your head gasket was compromised, did your oil and coolant mix. This could have damaged the bearings, especially if your coolant had silicates in it.It's been several years now, but I've probably only put about 20k on it since then.
My first thought is to fix what you have. Selling as is would be a great loss and you will kick yourself later. I think a new shortblock and your rebuilt head would be the best choice. I think you should do the work yourself. Yes, it's big and intimidating but it's only metal, you can outthink it. Instead of paying the shop rate you buy the best engine stand you can find. You buy parts from the vendors here and skip the shop mark-up. You buy some new tools and get to keep them. You can rent an engine hoist for a weekend at a time, twice, or buy one used. Sell it when you're done. Or keep it, they come in handy. You can do a better job of it than the shop as you can take your time, no shortcuts, check every little thing you do 7 times and you have 'Mud right here, better than an FSM. It will improve your relationship with the vehicle and the knowledge gained is worthwhile. The sound of your newly rebuilt engine starting and running for the first time is indescribable, something every LandCruiser owner should experience at least once.Thoughts?