Originally Posted by Hippo393

Got my 1997 4Runner's 3.4L V6 apart to replace both head gaskets, as (at least) one blew suddenly in March on the way to work, and 45 seconds later, the temp gauge pegged and engine quit. I thought my rig was on fire there was so much smoke, but thankfully discovered that it was only coming out of the exhaust (*WHEW!*)

Both heads are off, and I'm about to take them to a machine shop.

Did some research here and on another Toyota website on gaskets, and folks seem down on Felpro (Why?). Which engine rebuild gasket set is consensus here?

Toyota's website has an overhaul gasket set for $468.84, and YotaShop.com has one for $224.99. I have no idea who manufactures that set.

Thoughts? Recommendations, please?

Thanks!