Got a 94 with a v6 that is overheating. Has a new radiator and thermostat. A guy told me that it is possible that the head gaskets are reversed if they;ve been re-done. I also saw a posting where toyota was covering the first replacement of headgaskets on this engine. I'd appreciate any ideas you've got.

I have heard of lower (suction) radiator hoses collapsing and causing overheating. Try and squish it with your hand. If you can squish it, probably a problem and you need a new lower hose.

Pulled the heads. Gaskets were installed backwards blocking several coolant ports. somebody couldn't read....they are marked right and left

Thanks for updating your post, some people just post a note but never update to what happened after all.

Does anybody know if Toyota would honor a second repair on head gasket, I had mine done a few years ago but yesterday, I had to tow my 93 4 runner back to my house the mileage on the car is 130,000. I have no idea what it would cost now in days to get it fixed, I am looking for options.

thanks

rionsito

I would go into the agency that did the original repair and discuss the situation with the manager. Nothing to lose by doing that.