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Question about a loose part and engine oil varnish.

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by parkerhalo, Sep 22, 2023.

  1. Sep 22, 2023 at 5:10 PM
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    I didn't notice any sludge, but there is a quite a bit of engine varnish. Anything I need to be concerned about or maybe a cleaner to run through the engine?

    Also in the second picture that lock looking piece is just loose. What does that do?
     
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  2. Sep 22, 2023 at 5:20 PM
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    Looks perfect, now bang it off the rev limiter. The little hook is to hold the tensioner plunger in for installation only.

    Run synthetic oil.
     
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  3. Sep 22, 2023 at 5:30 PM
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    I do run synthetic. Just thought it would be cleaner I guess. Thanks though!
     
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    BG EPR,,, cleans the crap out of a motor.
     
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    If it ain't broke, don't fix it. She appears totally normal for a 22 year old engine. Send it.
     
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