1997 Toyota Camry Main Bearings

1997 TOYOTA CAMRY
160,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ARTJOHNE
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My son ran our camry without oil and now it makes a 'waking' sound. Sounds like main bearings to me. How much should I expect to pay at a neighborhood shop to repair it?
Oct 26, 2009 at 9:44 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Most shops will not replace main bearings, it is usually cheaper to replace engine, depending on damage to block,crankshaft.

A better alternative is to source a good used engine from a junkyard and replace it.

Main bearings will make a knocking sound, the only way to be sure is to remove oil pan and one main cap at a time and measure clearence, or remove oil pan and look for metal shavings in bottom.

You can also have cam bearing damage, oil pump damage, clogged oil galleys.
Oct 27, 2009 at 10:13 AM