Toyota Land Cruiser Head Gasket Problems? WHAT IS GOING ON?!
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- Опубликовано: 20 окт 2023
- We take a look at a 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series with a Head Gasket Problem. This is definitely a surprise but it is a machine after all and age is taking it's toll a bit.
We discuss how the small head gasket leak was discovered, what caused it and a closer look at the awesome UZ series V8 engine from Toyota.
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As an owner of an 05 with over 320k miles, I want to see more 100 series content! Thank you for sharing your knowledge of Land Cruisers with us 🙏
You can’t see what’s not broke.
Same here! 05 LX 180k
2005 with zero problem... In dubai it's very popular because it's very reliable and by the way mine done only 90000 kms.. I have other cars ( suburban, range rover, lexus ls430)
Same goes with me too.. Proud owner of 2002 LC inline 6. Got a problem with oil burning. Would love to see some info on 1fzfe oil burning issues. The cause and rectification procedures. Have more than 350000 KMS on the clock. Still drive like a charm both on and off road.
Same… 01 with 320k miles. Runs like brand new and amazes us weekly.
The fact something this complex has only just now after two decades had a material failure simply from age and not from its design is incredible.
My thoughts exactly because nothing these days is even close to what this is as far as reliability is concerned
@@greywolf271 last time I checked those were not powered by an internal combustion engine and don't experience harsh vibrations or moisture or anything, just strong sunlight and you can shield against that
Not impressed. I’ve seen Toyotas with 300,000 miles that weren’t this we’ll keep still on the original headgasket. Glad this isn’t a common problem.
@@Mabeylater293Yeh, this person was very unlucky. I’m well over 300k on all original everything minus the starter and routine maintenance parts.
no, it shouldn't fail from age, that's not acceptable at all on any low stressed NA v8 no matter it's 20 or 30 years old, not to mention this one is the one that's been taken care of.
There are many many NA v8 out there that's 20, 30 years old don't have HG issue at all, there is one right in my head and it's not even come from japan
This guy is a certified encyclopedia of Toyota information. I admire his deep knowledge and passion for these vehicles
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Sent in the oil for analysis after each oil change, wow that is dedication.
My 99 has 489k, and has taken me and my 2 boys and their family all over this country to different state parks for camping and amusement parks. Many beach excursions and has never left us stranded. Like he said this engine is so smooth and quiet sometimes it hard to tell if it's even running. Royal purple synthetic Oil changes every 3000 miles no matter what. One day one of my boys will get my truck and I'm sure it will have 400k more by that time.
Thats exactly what my 06 GX470 does! Just turned 470k after yet another 3500 km round trip from BC to Alberta and back! Loaded up with 5 people and all the gear kids can sneak in! Lol
Cheers to many more km of family exploring with these wonderful rigs!
A 100 series is totally on my bucket list!
There is something so satisfying about listening to someone who is very knowledgeable about what they’re talking about. I don’t care what the video is titled on this channel. I never miss one. Plus that outgoing message always makes me smile. ❤
Agreed. I have also learned that. I will listen to anyone who is a true expert talk about their craft. Somebody who really absolutely knows something can often communicate about it in a way that's quite satisfying.
Hats off to the owner for changing the oil! As an aircraft mechanic, I have never seen an engine look that good with that many miles!
It's common with old Land Cruisers! I've seen just as clean on older examples with 300k miles.
These are excellent engines. I have a 2000 Tundra Sr5 with this exact engine. 427,500 miles and it uses zero oil and leaks nothing. It shows no signs of letting up and its 25 years old. 04/99 more date
My wife’s 2004 Lexus RX330 just hit 260,000 miles and still runs like a dream. Nothing but routine maintenance at the appropriate milage points. We’ve even taken it off road. Doesn’t even leak or burn any oil. Incredible vehicle. Built like a tank.
I have an ‘04 RX330 AWD made in Japan. Just hit 40,000 miles on it. Great cars.
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Mine is AWD as well, built in Japan. 40,000 miles in 20 years? You should take it for a drive sometime 😜
AMD, After 24 years and over 200,000 miles, this Land Cruiser is entitled to give the owner a surprise or two. 😉
As an immigrant from Iraq your a valuable asset to the people of the USA.
Thanks to his RUclips channel, he is an asset to Toyota owners across the world.
I have 1992 Toyota SR5 4X4 PU with 3.0 V6. The head gasket blew at 70,000. Toyota replaced for free due to the head gasket recall. At 150,000 they blew again. Again Toyota replaced for free. This time they said they installed the new and improved head gaskets and the honed my cylinders for free. It now has 500,000 miles and still running strong and smooth. I have an Amsoil bypass filter on it since new and only run Amsoil in the engine, diffs, trans and transfer case. I grease the 13 zirk fittings on the drive shaft religiously with Amsoil synthetic grease. This truck will never die.
Yes, the best engines deserve the best oil!!👏👏👏👏
It’s nice to see someone with an SUV like this actually use it for its purpose. Not just like most people who only ever drives it on the road.
Yes. So wasteful to use such monsters for normal road use.
Well this was made for driving on paved roads mainly. It's just an SUV not a military truck or something.
Are you the vehicle usage police or something?
@@joeblack1052Jesus. Wouldn't wanna Meet Joe Black.
Very subjective statement. I use my LC mostly to take my kid to and from school. Occasionally we might use it for a camping trip. We had a big storm once that flooded the roads around the school. When it was time to pick him up, my LC was one of a few vehicles that was able to get through the flooding. It was fun checking on the occupants of the stuck german SUVs that tried to make it through.
I would change starter, manifold and everything that will save me money in the future. This Land cruiser is niceee.
May the Lord Bless and Keep You to AMD and your family...Thank You
01 with 320k miles here (4.7 v8). Amazes us weekly! If our HG’s ever fail, we will definitely have them replaced and keep driving this amazing truck.
I finally bought a 100 series land Cruiser 159k miles 2006 with good maintenance history and no rust underneath. Ill take good care of it and hoping it returns the favor. Ive read so many stories of these cruisers going well past 500k miles, more videos on the 100 series would be highly valuable! Thank you for everything and all your useful informational videos! You are the king at these videos
Just love ppl who have really taken care of their vehicle. Glad he's getting a starter. I'd replace exhaust manifold also. Beat while you're in there. It has alot of life left in it, why not? 👍✊🖖🇺🇸
What an engine. I'd heard that it was certified for aircraft use, but wasn't sure whether that was a myth. Thanks for confirming. They really don't make 'em like they used to.
this was as good as they got for sure!
RE: Intake manifold problem..i have spent half a day trying to get two bolts off. I work in the street, or driveway, and when you gotta get to work monday morning, and you spent all saturday afternoon fighting a couple tough bolts you start getting nervous, when all the pressure is on you, its not easy.😢 waaaah😂
I love listening to YT mechanics gush over the great design and production of the 2UZFE
I’ve had a 00 for almost 8 years and 250k on it. Love it to death and I will always fix with oem. I’ve worked at a Toyota shop for 21 years and I know these are built to last!
Great video as always! My 2004 LC has 347,000 miles and still idles and runs very smoothly.
I think my 2002 Tundra has the same awesome 4.7L V8 in it... I replaced the valve cover gaskets, plugs and seals about 5,000 miles ago and the cams looked new... timing belt service #2 is due in 10,000 miles.
yay! 100 series owner and big fan of the channel! Let's see more 100 series content!
Learning from your videos EVERY SINGLE TIME!!! So great. Keep it up Sir. I highly appreciate your work!
I love how in the last shot you can see all of the fluid types and volumes needed. That slick!
Great video and very informative. Keep up the good work. Thanks for all your labor and time.
Amazing vehicle and in very safe hands. Very enjoyable to watch
18:17… just deflate the tires, you can improve access about 3”. Makes a big difference
Well, I'm always impressed with the content of your channel. It will be great to see how you change a starter motor on one of these engines from start to finish..
I'm not a mechanic but I really love watching you and listening to you explaining things.
I love when you do a video on an engine that I own. Even better when I learn something new about it. No I did not know it was certified for airplane use... until now! Wow! Thank you!
It's nice to work on something not all sludged up. They don't last forever, but you can tell when they've been well cared for.
Hopefully new head gaskets, a few new parts now while things are apart and this vehicle will be on its way for many thousands of miles more.
Good one AMD!
I never get tired of his videos and all that never ending knowledge that he provides.
Great camera work, Jose’. Thanks for your contribution to this channel!
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Always love watching, the care and great explanation of the problem. My family all have toyotas , land cruiser 150, MR2 Mk3, Prius and yaris. Your a great teacher. Thanks
Thank you for the awesome video have a great Sunday brother
Great video! Thanks for documenting and sharing this. All Land Cruiser content welcome!
I own a 2008 4Runner with the 4.7L VVTI. 141,000 miles and will never get rid of it. It's the most amazing vehicle anyone could ever own. 21MPG also.
I have a 2001 Lexus LX 470 with the same engine. I have seen so many of these 100 series with 300,000 miles and above. The resale value rarely dips below $10,000 even with those miles.
I love my 2uz more and more every day. 240,00 miles. Loudest noise it makes is the exhaust ticking from the cracks and the fuel injectors clattering away.
Love that you finally have some 100 series content on the channel! I've got an 06 LX470 with the VVTi 2UZ-FE. Would love to see a few more on the Land Cruiser/LX... maybe a discussion of the AHC system on some LCs, LX470 and the LX570!
another good video and the tuturiol! love it ! and thank you for the video as always!!!
Thanks for your videos, very well explained. To bad for me I’m so far away (in CA) I would definitely come to your shop if I needed work.
I'm the proud 2nd owner of a '04 100 Series with over 315k. I bought her with 156,change from the original owner who always had it served at the dealership. He was a UofM professor and only used it for hunting and fishing. I am a fleet manager, it is my office, service truck and my family truckster. Always has 300lbs of tools and supplies in the back and I pull a trailer to another state to take care of my 2nd fleet once a week.
Thanks AMD. Very interesting & informative. 😎
YUSSS!!! 100 series content! Thank you for this.
It must be a pleasure to work on a well-cared-for 100 series.
I have a 2003 Land Cruiser, one of my favorite vehicles I've owned.
Those UZ V8s are the best engines made EVER.
Here in South Africa, these engines are transplanted into Mercedes 22 seater buses for longevity and reliability
Love the rolling parts rack! Wish we had the room in my shop!
2 uz videos in a month? I'm loving it. Man can you take out 10 issues with the engine apart huh?
Beautiful 100 series!
The exact same thing happened to my 03 sequoia! The coolant system was building pressure and springing leaks everywhere, never overheated. I got the machine shop to check and clean the heads, and I replaced the head gaskets, so far so good no more pressure building up on the cooling system. Thanks for the information!!!!!!!!
I’ve done this job -twice- on my 99 lx470 at 217k with very similar symptoms -never overheated and the head gasket was externally leaking from what I figured to be rust. I did it twice because I didn’t machine the heads. Got lucky with a good machine shop -$180 to clean, check, and surface. I found to easier to pull the whole engine on attempt 2 +good time to reseal upper oil pan, rear main seal, and oil pump. Worth the work on such a great engine/vehicle. 235k now and oil analysis is beautiful and no leaks of any kind.
I'm super surprised you didn't just remove the engine to put on a stand. If it has that many leaks then for sure the oil pump o-ring and rear main housing o-ring is dried out and will be seeping oil shortly. Also could redo the oil cooler o-rings and might as well do the upper and lower oil pan gaskets. I couldn't imagine pulling the heads off on a lifted Cruiser with an ARB bumper, get that engine out so you can really go through it for your customer. Replace the dried out engine mounts and tranny mount too so that UZ runs smoother then new! Your best video yet! Thanks! A+++ #tccnautomotive #thecarcarenut
Best Toyota channel on youtube hands down
Excellent idea to add a short segment after your final comment in this case showing the restart of the Land Cruiser:
Technicians like him are a dying breed…exceptional diagnostician.
I never missed one of your videos. Your content is -> 10/10! Love you Sir. May the Lord bless you too.
Thanks so much. I have a 2005 LX 470 with 211k miles. I am have a small reduction in antifreeze and just had the radiator replaced and they cannot find any leaks. I did send the oil in 2 changes ago for analysis but they found no anti freeze. I only lose about 2-4 ounces every month so I may have a similar problem. Next time I change the oil I will send it in for analysis. Not excited about a head gasket job but love the car. Thanks for the great info.
you are an artist, my friend. recently discovered your channel. you videos are addicting to watch lol
I have this same colored Land Cruiser in 2000 love it! wish I had you around to work on it!
Beautiful color!
Looked sharp in the opening shot.
Valve adjusting shims! I’ve owned 5 Honda 6 cylinder CBX motorcycles. The shims are just under the diameter of the buckets, so changing them is simple, no need to remove the cams. Honda made a little two piece tool to facilitate removing/installing the shims. Some people claim the shims can be spit out. I never experienced that when observing the rpm limit of about 10,500/11,000 rpm. access to the valve gear is simple being a motorcycle engine.
I enjoyed your video. Taking your time and doing everything correctly pays off.
Happy to see you brother God bless!
Fantastic explanation! Great video ❤
Good video. I've got two 2uzfe's...100 land cruiser and v8 4runner.
Every time I saw that LC in the background while watching your videos I said out loud "dang I'd buy that right now!"
That guy knows how to take care of his land cruiser.
Love that the 2UZFE is being shown but I’d wish there was first gen tundra content since I own one
You sir are 1000 percent right about the starter replacement on that engine. I've done 2 myself and the bolts to remove the starter will almost make you want to pull your hair clean out of your head. 😂😂
Is there a special tool to remove it? You have any tips? 01 LC owner here. Thanks
Ratchet wrenches with the hinges. Or a socket wrench with an articulating head would be my recommendation. But it's still not fun, but they will help.
Great engine😍
It’s a good day when Car Care Nut uploads 😂😂
Oh mann thank you for adding in that wonderful startup at the end love the sounds of the Toyota v8’s starting up from the 2uz to the 4.6 and 5.7(don’t know the engine codes for those)
i was under my truck the other day... looking up at the starter and saying to myself, "if that ever fails... its going to the dealership... because im not doing it." there are parts of me that wish i had the best 4.7 in mine, but i do like the power of the 5.7
Them land cruisers are serious built rigs, my old 1989 , 62 series ran perfect with almost 400 k on her when I sold it. Great video.
Another great video, I love Land Cruisers!
Awesome and extremely 👏 informative video. Truly enjoyed it and I do not even a Toyota.
I used to deal with the uz engine and the startrs bolts was the most difficult part as you said
Wealth of information thank you , thank you, thank you.
Nice info Thanks
Beautiful colors back then!!!
Great video
Good job
Great video, more green land cruiser please
My '99 with 470k just started doing the same thing last week but found a lose hose, and I hope that fixes the problem.
I have 489k on my 99, engine is smooth and quiet sometimes when I'm at a redlight passengers ask, '"is your truck running". Lol Yep just fine. regular maintenance ill have it forever.
Most older long-lived V8s like 60s big block Chryslers needed head gaskets at 100k.
But it was a lot easier to do. Probably 1/2 the labor hours.
Then they were good for another 100kmi.
Imagine how much this knowledge costs? We are learning about some of the highest quality components man has ever made. This could be a college course starting at about 5k 😂. Thanks brotha!
here in Puerto Rico a super quality job is $300 and if you want to do something more well is more money not $700 just to take it to spec
definitely hope you change those exhaust manifolds and manifold gaskets like you mentioned please! doing them in the truck made me cry lol
YES: STAY AWAY FROM OEM MANIFOLDS. I SPENT 8 HOURS JUST DOING THE LEFT SIDE WITH OEM NEW FROM THE DEALER AND I THINK I HEAR A TINY LEAK IN LESS THAN 500 MILES. YES OEM GASKET IS ALSO USED. THIS IS A PART YOU SHOULD GO WITH GOOD AFTERMARKET, WHICH I PLAN TO DO
@@janpur1417nonsense. You just got a dud, which can happen with any part or manufacturer. OEM is still the way to go. I had two new OEM Ford Motorcraft EGR valves that couldn’t hold vacuum. Point is, it happens with all parts and an aftermarket part will not do you any good as far as longevity
Beautiful Land Cruiser! I also have a 1999 LC and the engine is remarkably smooth, just underpowered by todays standard.
My 03 LX470 with 230k miles starts up and is very quiet with no rattles compared to my friend's 05 4th gen 4-runner with 180k miles. We both do proper maintenance on both SUV's.
2002 LX470 with 290K. Still running strong.
Had a 1999 LC with 300K that I traded for the LX. It was still running well also.
Hello Car Care Nut,
Love your videos. Not trying to be "that guy" but pointing out small error that can be confusing. I love you testing meathodology for flatness (head warpage) to a higher standard (0.05mm / 0.002"). When you whet to an even tighter tolerance it is 15/10,000ths or 1.5 thou.....you get it!
Only posting for clarity.
With more shops would do things the correct way vs. job-rate and blow it out the door!
Speaking of aluminum heads, back in the '60s we thought aluminum heads would warp when removed from the block (so no valve jobs could be done on those engines). Probably not true but that's what we thought back then.
Your knowledge is out of this world. Just curious if you acquired it only at the dealership?
Sold my 1st Gen Tundra (2UZ) at 266k miles(18yrs), still ran great. Only engine parts replaced were the radiator w/ hoses, 1 set of spark plugs, and 2 accessory belts. Synthetic oil change at 7500-10000 miles. Never changed the original water pump, timing belt, or starter. Other chassis parts replaced were axles, hubs, brakes, shocks. Lots of stop and go traffic, and (85+)freeway cruising. The engine and transmission were bulletproof, but fuel economy was not great.
Yea your right about the fuel mileage, could you imagine if they could of made it so that motor would have got like 20 to 25 mpgs. That would of been amazing but 13 to 15 is about all I ever get.
As a machinist, to give most people an idea, the .0039 tolerance is the same thickness as a standard sheet of paper.
Just watch out for cracks in the head. I had a 5VZ-FE that was supercharged that wound up having a cracked head. The symptoms were worse than this one on start up, but it also never overheated.
Yea completely different engine
i have an 04 sequoia, same engine, my front bumper also has the guard like the one in the video. being 5'7" , i always have to get a step tool just trying to change the spark plugs, clean the valve cover or filling oil. i just bought a step tool which sitting on tires so i can get closer to the engine while working on it.
As a Diesel Mechanic and mechanic of my personal Honda's I agree with your assessment of the head surface conditions-flatness specs, I haven't ever had any of my heads resurfaced by a machine shop, Because I would have to find one that actually gets the final finish right 35 RA I think is what Honda like to see or Felpro for sure, I would have to double check this RA surface finish spec of course, I think it would take something like 180 grit to achieve this spec, if one were using a peice of industrial sand paper on a perfectly flat surface like large glass table tops I use like three of them clamped together with alot of (lubrication air to prevent high and low spots), It's part of my secret to getting these perfect on a 1.7 liter Honda front 01 thru 05, I do what works and daily drive them HARD 😁, Great high Quality content as usual 🇺🇸👍.
Impressive! Please explain the “lubrication air” part. Cheers.
@@paulferreira8342 Ok to be fair I started this 😁, You have to use Water with a little dish soap I know sounds Crazy but Aluminum is soft, So trying to drag a four Cylinder head across 180 grit industrial sanding belting it's going to what to bounce-chatter otherwise, The air is for cleaning the Aluminum particles off this sanding belting, This is how I got this very expensive belting for nothing go to a cabinet maker especially a hard wood one, They should be using belts probably 4 ft by I don't know many 6 8 ft long and have some worn out ones, I used three Glass table tops I cut this and clamped the edges under the therd panel with soft pine wood blocks between the clamps so as to not potentially shatter the glass tops, Also if you are doing this to flatten a head like I did remember to get a thicker headgasket to make up for the lost material, But if it's only warped by a few thousands don't worry about if this engine has over 100,000 miles on it, Anyway I still daily drive the Car I did this too, Absolutely 0 coolant lost. Only problem I have is I should have used a thicker gasket because it was warped BADLY because it was ran at 70+ mph with a hole in the Radiator until it shut off by itself with all the IDIOT lights ON. The nice part about a 1.7l Honda Engine when you do this the block doesn't drain out protecting the engine from the block down, At least it did mine still doesn't burn oil, But should have just installed a different cylinder head, Is what I would do if I had to do this again, But for minor surface repairs the method above works even in extreme cases like I mentioned, Any ways get long winded here, I have to run higher octane gasoline now so as to not set miss firing codes due to the Compression increase sucks but still cheaper than Car payments, O I have nicer Cars just don't want to daily pile miles on the 2020s Civic Sport and Ridgeline, That's all, Hope this helps just ask, I try to relax a little on weekends when I'm not doing a project
@@raymondreiff8170 Thanks for the info. Much appreciated!