Looks like I need to have a complete tear down to get the crank out to turn. I was hoping I wouldn't have to pull the head, but it appears from what I read I will. I am wondering if I should by a complete Toyota gasket kit or will an after market gasket be as good. Thanks.

 

summitracing.com should have a good gasket set.

 

Looked at Summit. Maybe I'm searching wrong, but don't come up with a set for a 97 2.7L.

 

TTT for another try. I am surprised by the lack of responses on a couple of questions I have asked about the 2.7L. I figured their would be lots of experiences with these engines and some answers.