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Engine rebuild or replacement

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by SedonaTRD, Oct 25, 2024.

  1. Oct 25, 2024 at 4:12 PM
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    SedonaTRD

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    Anyone ever had to rebuild or replace the 4L, V6 engine? Appreciate any info on cost to do so; which is better - rebuild or replace? Any place in Arizona that does such work? Thanks!
     
    SedonaTRD, Oct 25, 2024
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  2. Oct 25, 2024 at 4:18 PM
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    It all depends on who is rebuilding it. And why it needs rebuilt.
    But mostly, it's who rebuilds it.

    The good builders are NOT cheap.
    The 1GR is a sleeved block. You can't just bore, hone, and slap pistons in it.
    You actually HAVE TO measure stuff.
     
    TnShooter, Oct 25, 2024
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    No I have not. Why.

    DIY can be more attentive and cheaper.
     
    TacoTuesday1, Oct 26, 2024
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    Thanks for the responses...
     
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