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3.4L V6

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by LocknLoad, Dec 31, 2014.

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Dec 31, 2014 at 7:06 PM

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What's the common opinion of the 3.4L V6? Durable? Any known issues?

Is it timing belt or chain? Non-interference?

Thanks for the info!

LocknLoad, Dec 31, 2014

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Dec 31, 2014 at 7:08 PM

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Very solid little motor. I have 135k(ish) on mine and i expect alot more life out of it.

Belt, not a chain.

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Dec 31, 2014 at 7:11 PM

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Cool - thanks shipps
Just found some info on it - some light reading for tonight

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The 3.4L is just about bullet proof and it's a non-interference design. That should not keep you from following the recommended maintenance intervals for the timing belt and water pump.

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