94 v6 4Runner Overheating
kiltboy
07-06-2004, 11:35 AM
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.
Brian R.
07-06-2004, 12:27 PM
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.
kiltboy
07-15-2004, 11:23 AM
Pulled the heads. Gaskets were installed backwards blocking several coolant ports. somebody couldn't read....they are marked right and left
ishop4less
07-15-2004, 01:17 PM
Thanks for updating your post, some people just post a note but never update to what happened after all.
rionsito
07-20-2004, 11:03 PM
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
thanks
rionsito
Doug Rodrigues
07-24-2004, 11:32 PM
I would go into the agency that did the original repair and discuss the situation with the manager. Nothing to lose by doing that.
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