Recent content by ErikZ1220

A buddy of mine did it for me. Ran me just about $1100 ($450 in parts, the rest labor)

I did swap out the oil filter already.. that didn't change anything.. Is the other check valve difficult to get at?

The engine is idling normal... I'm not sure about the oil being 'milky' but I was told there was coolant in the oil, so I'm assuming that answer would be 'yes'.. I will give the oil pressure switch replacement a shot though.

UPDATE; Had the head gaskets done - new water pump, pulleys, and other assorted 'while we were in there' kinda stuff... She's running great, sounds good and strong - but with one side effect.. Oil light comes on at idle, and only at idle... The motor is still getting oil pumped through it...

So, brought the 4Runner in for a second opinion and for repair.. Not only did they confirm that the Head Gasket is blown, but they also said that I have 1 or more axles that will need to be replaced... AND to add to my frustration... They said that they won't even take the head gasket job...

THANKS GUYS! I really would love to have my truck repaired and back in action for sure. I'm in Auburn,Ma (just south of Worcester).. but I have AAA Plus, so I am prepared to have it towed up to 100 miles for the RIGHT mechanic.

My truck has never overheated, but there was a time last year that my thermostat was reading rather high, and then I had the radiator replaced.. But this was long before the Head Gasket issue.. Should that matter.. like is said, it never overheated, but I think it got pretty close... I...

Hey everyone, I'm new to the forum, but NOT new to owning a 4Runner. I had a '99 Sport, and Currently an '04 Sport.. I've seen the thread regarding blown gaskets on the 4G 4runners, and I have found myself victim to this..138,000 miles, and the gasket(s) have failed....and of course, I found...