Toyota makes a great vehicle. Timing belt replacement every 100k is a good rule. Have mechanic check compression and look at the transmission closely for leaks and slipping. Properly maintained and it will run for many more miles.
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Originally posted by TexMax View PostT belt is a wear item. Not an ‘issue’ generally speaking. It should be on its second at least. But yes you should check if it’s been done and when. 10yr 100k is a decent rule of thumb.
If these trucks have some specific issue with it disregard.
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Originally posted by flywise View PostSeveral ad's I came across mentioned the timing belt had been replaced.
Indicating to me that a timing belt issue exist. Before buying you might Google this issue to see if it is a big deal.
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Last edited by jaime1982; 04-16-2018, 02:14 PM.
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Mine has 247,000 on it. I'm putting new bushings and ball joints on the front, replacing struts and what not this week. Have had my hub bearings and U joints replaced. When the time comes I'll drop a transmission in it and a short block then drive it til I'm dead.
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Any interference design engine needs the timing belt replaced on or before the recommended interval. If you don't, you take the life of your engine into your own hands.
Toyotas seem to go forever with regular maintenance. Just be sure the maintenance has been done and then keep it up yourself.
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Originally posted by jaime1982 View PostYour indicator is broken. Lots of Toyota engines are interference engines. I changed mine out at 150k on my 4.7 v8.
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03 tacoma with 177k. Use it as a street legal Polaris ranger. Regular cab 4x4 paid $5000 for it. I personally, replaced lower and upper ball joints and inner and outer tie rod ends. Used all oem parts. Starts every time and runs great. A/c is ice cold and heat is great. Great grocery getter and use it for Home Depot runs and leave the 2017 super duty for real work and road trips in the garage.
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