Not to good.
Got home from work yesterday and as i got out of my 4runner my two boys come running out to greet me.
My oldest stops in front of my 4runner and asks me how come i have water coming out.
Sure enough i had quite a bit of water coming out from someplace.
I didn't get a chance to see where it was coming from.
I think my water pump is going. Sounds like a bag of marbles on spin cycle:eek:
So i'm thinking of maybe doing a rebuild, timing chain, water pump etc.
Where is the best place to order parts?
Sure wish my 4runner fell under the headgasket program then i could have done it then.

I'm not sure if i'm going to tackle this my self or have someone do it.
Anyone know of a good mechanic here in the Northwest.

 

Unfortunately as it may sound when it comes to those parts you should only use Toyota dealer parts. I'm not a dealer!! I just bought everything in that area and spent way more than I wanted but I talked to several fleet mechanics and they all agreed that stock parts are needed. Good luck.

 

Hey Todd,
I saw you had said "rebuilt". 2 Things I never use rebuilt are water pumps and clutches. I have had good luck with NAPA new water pumps (lifetime guarantee).

What engine you running?



David

 

Hey there Dave.
I know what you mean about rebuilt parts. I was refering to rebuilding the top end of the motor.
What do you think?
I have 180,000 on the motor right now. Its the 22RE V6.
My mileage is down to around 17 mpg. Seems most people i talk to are over 20 mpg with a 1st gen.

 

The 22RE is a 4 cyl. Since you say you are not under the recall, I assume it is the 4??

We did my son's with rings, bearings, valve job, injector cleaning, TRD stage 1 cam, cam followers (lifters), timing chain and guides, and new WP. I don't remember how much $$.

I would recommend the DOA timing chain guides. They are steel backed, and don't break ($80).
I would also do pistons and have it bored. We didn't due to shortage of cash, but it turned out OK.
Change the oil pump ($130)

David

 

Yea, Corey jumped on me about my mistake:eek:

I do have the V6.



What motor did your son have?
This is what i was was thinking of doing to my motor.
If you could round up a ball park figure i would appreciate it.
Then i can run it by my banker er... my wife
How long did it take you guys?
Thanks for your info Dave.

 

Todd,
Did you install your extended shackles? If so, how did they turn out? Have you heard from anybody that used the helper springs? Thanks, Mark