While checking the timing on my new truck I heard the
rattle...damn! Starts at 1700 stops above 2300 or so.
So I pulled the valve cover to look at the guides. Sure
enough the driver side guide is gone...double damn!
I also noticed some considerable scoring of the head
where the chain has been rubbing, I'd say approximately
1/32" or less depth on the two grooves that the chain has
made...damn that can't be good for anything. The motor
has 162k miles on it and I'm guessing this is still the
original chain based on the grooves being there. The PO
probably just let it go that way. I know the LC kit is
the preferred way to go for the timing chain job, but I'm
thinking of just getting a whole new motor for a couple of
reasons. First 162k although not a lot of miles for Toyota
is still up there. Second the outside of the motor has a
lot of oil build up. I know the front seal was done by
PO, but nothing done with rear seal. I don't know yet
where the oil is coming from. Next reason is I know from
PO paperwork that this truck had some trouble getting
thru emissions test last time so may have issues there.
Lastly, I can see keeping this truck for some time so why
the hell not? <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> I only put about 5k a year on a vehicle
since I'm close to work which is why the 162k didn't bother
me to begin with.
I've been looking at the engines on LC Engineering's site
but they specifically say that they won't guarantee their
engines are emissions legal. Has anyone bought one of their
EFI Pro 22RE motors (10-225E) to put on a vehicle required
to pass emissions test and if so how'd it go? Is there
anyone in the Portland Oregon area that has any experience
with any of the local engine builders? I'd probably have
someone local install whatever I get since I don't have
anything other than the most basic of hand tools.
Am I overreacting by thinking total engine replacement?
Here's your chance to talk me off the ledge. I'm a little
pissed at the moment since I paid $3500 for this rig. I
still think it was an ok deal since it has a lot of new
chassis stuff done (tires, wheels, brakes, idler arm, etc.).
Sorry this is so long. Give me your thoughts and input and
I'll go calm down now.
Regards,
Indy
