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97 4x4 5spd V6 with water in oil

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by hfd410, Jan 26, 2017.

  1. Jan 26, 2017 at 8:37 AM
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    hfd410

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    I looked at a 97 Taco 4x4 5spd 3.4L with water in oil. It was pretty much milkshaked. Pickup is in the money and ran good (only ran it briefly). Im a pretty decent mechanic but would anyone know where to look first ? Wasnt sure if oil cooler could produce this symptom or to go straight to head gaskets....thanks in advance
     
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  2. Jan 26, 2017 at 9:00 AM
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    You could try this first[​IMG]
     
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  3. Jan 26, 2017 at 11:03 AM
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    Defrost mirrors, compass/temp display rear view mirror, rear wiper on camper shell, trans.cooler.
    With the engine running and radiator cap off. Check and see if there is a steady flow of air bubbles to the surface. feel the exhaust too to see if it's "spitting" water. Some water (condensation)on cold start up is normal.
     
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