Background issue - engine failure 1UR-FE:
I have a 2010 GX460 with 134k miles that we purchased with 100k miles. It was regularly serviced by dealer prior to purchase. We are one of the unlucky few with a thrown cylinder 1 piston that both a local shop and Toyota recommend engine replacement. The problem is you CANNOT find the 1UR-FE engine for the GX460 almost anywhere! Apparently, the first two years of the GX 2009-10, there was some weakness in the springs that was updated on later models of the 1UR-FE so they have different part numbers for the later year models. My engine may have failed due to this spring weakness. For some reason Toyota seems to only want to put back in a matched engine from these 09-10 model years, presumably because the newer models have enough modifications that the ECU or something won't match up which limits the number of engines out there available for replacement.
Attempted solutions - Remanufactured or JDM import
I waited on an engine the Toyota dealership was trying to locate from salvage and then on my own from a reman outfit in Jacksonville FL since August. The remanufactured didn't work out because either the block was unavailable or the Lexus rebuild parts aren't available according to the remanufacturer. So I'm stuck and at a loss at this point. I may go back to an import JDM engine
Looking for shop to repair engine in Texas
There doesn't seem to be a reputable shop anyone recommends here in Waco, TX so if anyone can recommend a shop in DFW or Austin area, I'm willing to have it towed.
Sell to someone capable of fixing it?
I'd also be willing to consider selling it to someone who can fix it. The engine replacement and estimated repairs run a whopping 10k. I estimate the 2010 GX with 130k in excellent shape other than engine is worth 18-18.5k. I'd sell it for 8-8.5k, it someone is interested (white, tan interior, no ballast suspension on vehicle, no mods at this point). The head is already off so you can see where the problem is in the first cylinder, but I didn't get much of a description other than "dropped piston" in terms of what happened and any damage.
I'll try to keep an eye on the forum if anyone has any suggestions for repair or is interested in the vehicle. Thanks for any help provided!
I have a 2010 GX460 with 134k miles that we purchased with 100k miles. It was regularly serviced by dealer prior to purchase. We are one of the unlucky few with a thrown cylinder 1 piston that both a local shop and Toyota recommend engine replacement. The problem is you CANNOT find the 1UR-FE engine for the GX460 almost anywhere! Apparently, the first two years of the GX 2009-10, there was some weakness in the springs that was updated on later models of the 1UR-FE so they have different part numbers for the later year models. My engine may have failed due to this spring weakness. For some reason Toyota seems to only want to put back in a matched engine from these 09-10 model years, presumably because the newer models have enough modifications that the ECU or something won't match up which limits the number of engines out there available for replacement.
Attempted solutions - Remanufactured or JDM import
I waited on an engine the Toyota dealership was trying to locate from salvage and then on my own from a reman outfit in Jacksonville FL since August. The remanufactured didn't work out because either the block was unavailable or the Lexus rebuild parts aren't available according to the remanufacturer. So I'm stuck and at a loss at this point. I may go back to an import JDM engine
Looking for shop to repair engine in Texas
There doesn't seem to be a reputable shop anyone recommends here in Waco, TX so if anyone can recommend a shop in DFW or Austin area, I'm willing to have it towed.
Sell to someone capable of fixing it?
I'd also be willing to consider selling it to someone who can fix it. The engine replacement and estimated repairs run a whopping 10k. I estimate the 2010 GX with 130k in excellent shape other than engine is worth 18-18.5k. I'd sell it for 8-8.5k, it someone is interested (white, tan interior, no ballast suspension on vehicle, no mods at this point). The head is already off so you can see where the problem is in the first cylinder, but I didn't get much of a description other than "dropped piston" in terms of what happened and any damage.
I'll try to keep an eye on the forum if anyone has any suggestions for repair or is interested in the vehicle. Thanks for any help provided!
