1996 Toyota 4Runner Head gasket

1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
17,800 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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BEASON68
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With the mileage on my motor (178,000) , would I be better off rebuilding or buying low mileage replacement,,, or just replacing head gaskets. Is it possible this motor has many miles left in it??? Any info or opinion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Jul 24, 2008 at 4:37 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi beason68,

If it is anything to do with badly overheated engines, I would recommend rebuilding at the mileage indicated. If the condition of engine is good, head gasket replacement would be suffficient to get many more good years of service from it.

However you should check the overall condition before replacing gasket or rebuilding. Next option would be a used unit.
Aug 17, 2008 at 6:54 AM
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