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Oh boy, oil in coolant reservoir

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Smellygreentaco, Nov 19, 2017.

  1. Nov 19, 2017 at 12:38 PM
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    Smellygreentaco

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    Hi folks,

    My green baby has oil in the reservoir. Instinct says head gasket, but I thought I would put a post up here to see what the real pros have to say.

    Thanks for any words of advice

    Kyle
     
  2. Nov 19, 2017 at 1:14 PM
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    If you don't have an automatic it's probably the head gasket or a cracked head. 2.7 or 3.4¿
     
  3. Nov 19, 2017 at 1:43 PM
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    Thanks for response,

    3.4 6 cyl 4x4 manual

    I thought to look for an oil cooler but I’m not very knowledgeable.

    Any tips for pinpointing issue?

    As of now, no water in the oil but a crap ton of oil in radiator and reservoir.
     
  4. Nov 19, 2017 at 1:54 PM
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    Quit driving it till it's sorted.
     
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  5. Nov 19, 2017 at 6:04 PM
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    Thank you Bill.

    Repair research underway
     
  6. Nov 19, 2017 at 6:31 PM
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    I'd personally look into a new or used engine instead of even doing the HG if that ends up being the issue. Not sure of your mileage though..., or if you're apt enough to take on the work yourself?
    Just be cautious of all the hurricane ravaged vehicles out there atm. Good luck.
     

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