1987 Toyota 4Runner head gasket

Hi there,

Sometimes it is very hard to see exactly where the gasket has failed, or it may be a cracked head, so get the head crack tested repaired if required straightened & machined. make sure that the block surface id clean before re fitting, replace the thermostat and get the radiator cleaned & flow tested.

Mark (mhpautos)

thanx, I bought a new head and radiator incase, the old head was rebuilt twice, sooo, whats the odds of craked block... I let it cool off naturally not flushing with cold water?
thanx Manny

Hi there,

Under normal conditions the chances of a block failure is very remote, i would be happy with doing the head and radiator, i don't expect that you will have any problems, one thing , it is a good idea to replace the head bolts as well.

Mark (mhpautos)

k, thankx

hello again, had a few probs but it's on now, my last Q is, i lined up the dimpels on the crank and cam sprokets with the chain links, put the time cover back on and ready to install the distrib, but now when i line up the cam sproket @ 12:00 the crank time mark is between the 5* and 0, will that work or is it off a tooth? thanks Manny...

Hi there, Set valve tining as per pic & text. Mark (mhpautos)