2.7 "dead" cylinder need advice pls
Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2022 4:30 pm
advise please, a recent compression test on my 2000 Toyota Hilux 2.7 revealed that #1 cylinder 4.5kgf/cm2 was far below the min 9kgf/cm2. #2&3 was in the high 9's and #4 at 12.5kgf/cm2.
The workshop manager suggested it was valves.
They were unable to assist, mainly due to lead time for parts. Also they are not my first option as it might be expensive.
295k, definite loss of power, engine struggles to get up to speed, misses and occasionally backfires. There is no black smoke and fuel consumption is at 7km/l.
What would you recommend is the way forward taking into consideration the test was done at Kasane Toyota, Botswana and Im currently in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. I am Namibian
Should I open her up and attempt to fix the problem or go directly for an engine replacement? or any alternative solutions are welcome.
I can probably head south over the border if needed.
Dankie almal![Thumbup :thumbup:](./images/smilies/icon_thumbup.gif)
The workshop manager suggested it was valves.
They were unable to assist, mainly due to lead time for parts. Also they are not my first option as it might be expensive.
295k, definite loss of power, engine struggles to get up to speed, misses and occasionally backfires. There is no black smoke and fuel consumption is at 7km/l.
What would you recommend is the way forward taking into consideration the test was done at Kasane Toyota, Botswana and Im currently in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. I am Namibian
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Should I open her up and attempt to fix the problem or go directly for an engine replacement? or any alternative solutions are welcome.
I can probably head south over the border if needed.
Dankie almal
![Thumbup :thumbup:](./images/smilies/icon_thumbup.gif)