V6 engine replacement vs head gasket repair ???

[Jaybob7]

I think Aison is fine for the water pump but I would probably stick with OEM. If you order online and plan ahead, you can get very good prices for OEM parts.

There is no timing kit for OEM. All timing parts are sold separately. You will get varying answers on whether or not to replace the chains, tensioners and guides. I chose not to replace any timing components but there are a lot of folks who suggest doing so. You will have to make that call. If you do so, stay with OEM. It makes zero sense to replace old working OEM timing components with aftermarket ones.

Btw. that’s a great price for the repair. If you are in the rust belt, you may need to replace the exhaust manifold studs and nuts.

Thanks for the info zguy1. I'd like to use OEM if possible. I was under the impression that Aisin was the OEM supplier for Toyota for some of it's components. Is this not the case?

The mechanic will replace the exhaust manifold studs and nuts. He looked at them and they are rusted. About the price... The wife and I are from Colorado but are now living in Panama and auto repair costs are much cheaper down here than back in the US.

Thanks again for the info!

 

[zguy1]

Thanks for the info zguy1. I'd like to use OEM if possible. I was under the impression that Aisin was the OEM supplier for Toyota for some of it's components. Is this not the case?

The mechanic will replace the exhaust manifold studs and nuts. He looked at them and they are rusted. About the price... The wife and I are from Colorado but are now living in Panama and auto repair costs are much cheaper down here than back in the US.

Thanks again for the info!

From my limited knowledge, I believe Aisin does make a lot of OEM stuff. I don't see an issue with using that. Go for it. My OEM comment was general in nature, I've had bad luck with brands like Dorman, Timken and Moog.

 

[MikeinNH67]

Aisin is owned by Toyota so I would think it should be OEM. I've always been told their pump is quality for Toyotas and Hondas. Kinda like Denso is good for the electrical side of things. Of course buy from a reputable source.