[Bill]

It sounds like the engine has gone to Toyota Heaven. You would have to remove the cylinder head,oil pan or both to confirm any damage.

[Bill]

It sounds like the engine has gone to Toyota Heaven. You would have to remove the cylinder head,oil pan or both to confirm any damage.

[Bill]

Could be the compressor but it could also be the condenser cooling fan not operating. Depends on the exact situation. If it`s not cold at a stop while idling it could be the compressor is shutting down from high pressure. if it blows cold air at a steady speed it`s likely not the compressor, but if it only blows cold at higher rpm it could be the compressor or low charge.

A knowlegable person with gauges should be able to diagnose the problem easily.

[Bill]

Could be the compressor but it could also be the condenser cooling fan not operating. Depends on the exact situation. If it`s not cold at a stop while idling it could be the compressor is shutting down from high pressure. if it blows cold air at a steady speed it`s likely not the compressor, but if it only blows cold at higher rpm it could be the compressor or low charge.

A knowlegable person with gauges should be able to diagnose the problem easily.

[Bill]

Phenolic pistons don`t transmit heat to the fluid as much as steel. They absorb vibration better than steel (reduces squealing). They don`t pitt and corrode like steel pistons do.

It`s up to you which is best for your application.

[Bill]

Phenolic pistons don`t transmit heat to the fluid as much as steel. They absorb vibration better than steel (reduces squealing). They don`t pitt and corrode like steel pistons do.

It`s up to you which is best for your application.

[Bill]

I suppose it could be the heater core leaking and dripping from the A/C condensate drain. Are you topping up the coolant frequently? If not i would say that it’s condensation from the Air Conditioning. The compressor runs in defrost mode so the A/C does not have to be on to create dripping water. You might also check the carpet in the passenger front footwell for dampness.
If it’s wet then the heater core is most likely the source of the leak.

[Bill]

I suppose it could be the heater core leaking and dripping from the A/C condensate drain. Are you topping up the coolant frequently? If not i would say that it’s condensation from the Air Conditioning. The compressor runs in defrost mode so the A/C does not have to be on to create dripping water. You might also check the carpet in the passenger front footwell for dampness.
If it’s wet then the heater core is most likely the source of the leak.

[Bill]

I am not a transmission tech by any means but years of experience have shown me that in a few situations i have seen transmissions completely ruined by brake torquing. I have seen converters ballooned from it so bad that
the converter clutch would not lock up after. Because you’re pressurising the fluid heavily you cause the fluid to heat up to a very high temp. This causes the fluid to boil and foam releasing the required pressure on the clutch plates.

I have even seen input shaft splines stripped from over brake torquing. Todays transmissiions are weak crap so keep that in mind
while brake torquing.

[Bill]

I am not a transmission tech by any means but years of experience have shown me that in a few situations i have seen transmissions completely ruined by brake torquing. I have seen converters ballooned from it so bad that
the converter clutch would not lock up after. Because you’re pressurising the fluid heavily you cause the fluid to heat up to a very high temp. This causes the fluid to boil and foam releasing the required pressure on the clutch plates.

I have even seen input shaft splines stripped from over brake torquing. Todays transmissiions are weak crap so keep that in mind
while brake torquing.

[Bill]

I find those cars are a coolant leak waiting to happen. Since you didn’t say the location the coolant was collecting on the ground i can only take an educated guess. Beside the usual places any engine can leak coolant (radiator,hoses,water pump)The 3.4 has problems with intake manifold gaskets and internal as well as external cylinder head gasket leaks.

You stated that funds are limited but i would take the car somewhere and have the leak diagnosed or raise the car to get under it safely to try and see the leak. If it only leaks when it’s hot you would be burning yourself on exhaust components etc.

[Bill]

I find those cars are a coolant leak waiting to happen. Since you didn’t say the location the coolant was collecting on the ground i can only take an educated guess. Beside the usual places any engine can leak coolant (radiator,hoses,water pump)The 3.4 has problems with intake manifold gaskets and internal as well as external cylinder head gasket leaks.

You stated that funds are limited but i would take the car somewhere and have the leak diagnosed or raise the car to get under it safely to try and see the leak. If it only leaks when it’s hot you would be burning yourself on exhaust components etc.

[Bill]

I don’t know how old you are but by the time you hit my age you will find out that you can’t keep up to the grind anymore and end up doing apprentice jobs. I do know who Mr. 500 is. I like to pick and choose my jobs also but it’s too easy for Mr.500 to replace me.

Is it true that everything is bigger in Texas?

[Bill]

I don’t know how old you are but by the time you hit my age you will find out that you can’t keep up to the grind anymore and end up doing apprentice jobs. I do know who Mr. 500 is. I like to pick and choose my jobs also but it’s too easy for Mr.500 to replace me.

Is it true that everything is bigger in Texas?

[Bill]

Hey All…I am a 63 y.o. tech from Ontario Canada and have been “staying dirty” since i was 14. I am ASE certified and work in a flat rate, independent shop with 3 other techs doing mostly general repair. After 46 years…YES 46… in the trade I still learn new things every day not only about cars but about business and life in general. It’s been a real roller coaster ride.

I have plenty to offer about the trade, the good and the bad and the ugly as seen from my eyes so if i can be of help ,about anything at all, please ask.

Even though i don’t totally agree with what Eric The Car Guy offers on You Tube it is done very professionally and has people safety in mind while doing repairs.

Anyway…before i start venting i will say…Gooday for now.

Bill >>>>wyse

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