AboutTed Ritter Expertise I have more than 26 years experience as toyota technician, I will be able to answer most questions related to the toyota product line up to the present year models, I specialize in difficult to diagnose problems but when posting a question please keep in mind that some situations require the used of special test equipment and diagnostic procedures especially as the newer models become more technologically advanced, so without actually having the car on hand I may only be able to try to steer you in the right direction and in some cases may have to refer you to the toyota dealer but at least you will know what you may be dealing with. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions, I will have an answer for you in most cases. When posting a question keep in mind that I reside in the US, although I get questions from all over the world I may not have an answer for models that are not sold in the US, I will do a reasonable search to try to match your model to the US model,please refrain from asking about diesel powered vehicles, I have no information for them. In most cases I will not answer questions about major modifications of OEM components, engine swapping or aftermarket products,please post a question not a statement, please provide enough basic information such as year, model, what engine and if anything has already been done to fix the problem, the more information I get the more I can help without having to ask you more questions.
Experience Toyota technician since 1979,expert in electrical systems,OBD systems,engine repair, driveability problems,EFI systems,ASE certified,Toyota master technician. Certified Hybrid Vehicle technician.
Education/Credentials Toyota master technician, ASE certified in eight catagories, Hybrid vehicle certified.
Question I bought a 88 toyota 4x4 with a 22re in it. It was knocking when I bought it and was told it was possibly the timing chain. I put it in the shop and had a new timing set put on, and guess what that wasn't the problem. Now after that 200.00 I was told it was a rod bearing,so I took it to a old toyota guy who said he could polish the crank and put new bearings and would work. After getting in there the rod bearings where good, but the mains where shot,so he polished the best he could. He installed new bearings and put it back together. Now after that 250.00 it is still knocking. What do I do now? rebuild,find a used one or get a rebuilt one? I am about to have more money in it than what its worth. Thanks
Answer I would advise trying to find a used engine at a salvage yard, even though it may be hard to locate one of this year, the only other options would be to buy a rebuilt one fron an independent rebuilder. Yes, it's going to cost more than the truck is worth, this is why they sold it.
