Recent content by indaclear

So far, but realize it's more about mileage than model year. It'll take time before we know the full extent because 08-09 might not have reached the mileage when the gasket fails.

I called Toyota corporate today and reported the head gasket failure on my truck. I implore you all to do the same if you haven't yet. The customer service rep made it very clear, to the point of reiterating it multiple times, that if enough reports are made toyota will respond. So please call...

Head gasket Total amount for repair was $3491. Would've been a little less but Machine shop charge was $180 and they replaced a timing chain tensioner which was another $100. They did good work though. Quality Automotive near Raleigh, NC if anyone is curious.

here's how she sits now. Will take a picture of the head gasket in a few days. It is the same as everyone else's...a small amount of the black removed between #4 and #6...

2005 2wd 4runner v6 175,000 miles misfire #6 rough idle and P0360 code thrown no additional or typical head gasket leak symptoms. no loss of coolant, no overheating, no white smoke from tail pipe, etc. confirmed head gasket leak via leak down test and visual confirmation of bubbles in...

How do I grease the driveline on a 2wd? I checked and I don't see any grease fittings.

I am having an intermittent, and probably minor issue. I have been noticing what seems to be a minor stutter when letting off the gas. It feels like the truck kind of stutters for a moment before resuming deceleration while coasting. The truck is a 2005 v6 2wd with 170k in good mechanical...

Hey everyone, I'm looking for a mechanic in the lexington va area. Preferably within 45 minute drive. Anyone have a recommendation on a good independent guy or gal who knows toyota's in and out? Thanks in advance.

Thanks, I'll check them out. Bump for more recommendations

Thanks for the advice. I'll definitely try that route with craigslist. The timing chain cover wasn't really my concern. I was able to do that one myself.

Hey everyone, I'm looking for some recommendations of some independent toyota mechanics who do good work for reasonable prices in the 919 area. I used to use a guy named Benny down near NC state, but I don't think he is there anymore. Thanks in advance

what about the water pump? should I swap that while I'm in there too?

170k

I am going to pull the timing chain cover to reseal the gasket surrounding it. Is there any maintenance I should perform while I have the cover off? Anything I should check while I'm in there? Thanks in advance

Hey! This is exactly what it is. Front timing cover leak. The source described in the TSB is exactly where I am noticing the leak. Thanks so much!