Toyota 2.7L

Bear Chow · 12-30-2008, 09:04 PM

Looking for a small truck. What's the census on a toyota 2.7L 4cyl with 220,000 miles. I figure timing belt is due, but what kind of milage can one expect from this engine?

No telling what the original owner did, but of course he lied and said he did oil changes every 3000 miles, body and interior are in excellent shape.

What about the auto tranny? Any concerns?

I really don't know much about toyotas.

KargoMaster · 12-30-2008, 09:23 PM

Body will probably rust off before the thing stops running... just what I've heard from others...

What year? Could be just getting up to speed, or ready to drop dead... need more info...

My brother has a 22R with 300,000 or so... has had it for 21 years. He could change a clutch and timing chain with his eyes closed, and AutoZone hates that they sold him "lifetime" anything.

Best of luck.

wilson1010 · 12-30-2008, 09:35 PM

The 22re is legendary. I did have to put a 5 speed in my truck though because it would jump out of 3rd gear and it cost the same to fix it as to get a remanufactured tranny. Watch for frame and front suspension rust. Son with lead foot is driving it now and getting almost 30mpg every tank.

The older solid front axle model is the cat's ass. I think 1985 was the last year.

Bear Chow · 12-30-2008, 10:20 PM

I've heard about the venerable 22R. I didn't think the 2.7L was the same engine. It's a 2002 with SR5 package.

wilson1010 · 12-30-2008, 10:40 PM

I did not read your post very well. Sorry.

KargoMaster · 12-31-2008, 05:14 PM

2002 SR5... hmmm, that means 4x4 also right... (you're just prepping your next trail rig aren't you?

)

I like the sound of it. Take a look, take some pics, and post up... we'll tell you what we think.

Oh, and sorry for the confusion about the older Toy engine. :o

4RunnerAdam · 12-31-2008, 06:47 PM

Lots of people swap 2.7's in place of 22re nowadays.

Just dont run it on its side. Had one come into Toyota when I worked there that self destructed after it ran on its side for 15 minutes.

itbrokeagain · 01-02-2009, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4RunnerAdam

Lots of people swap 2.7's in place of 22re nowadays.

Just dont run it on its side. Had one come into Toyota when I worked there that self destructed after it ran on its side for 15 minutes.

???? Wouldnt most that ran for 15 min on their side???

carwash · 01-02-2009, 09:40 AM

big powerful 4 cylinder....

mileage that high is most probably low temp highway miles, and is most probably just fine...

drop a can of restore in it, prolly good for another 200k.

12-30-2008, 09:04 PM	#1
Bear Chow Jeepless Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Oxford, Oh Posts: 302	Toyota 2.7L Looking for a small truck. What's the census on a toyota 2.7L 4cyl with 220,000 miles. I figure timing belt is due, but what kind of milage can one expect from this engine? No telling what the original owner did, but of course he lied and said he did oil changes every 3000 miles, body and interior are in excellent shape. What about the auto tranny? Any concerns? I really don't know much about toyotas.

12-30-2008, 09:23 PM	#2
KargoMaster Cleaning off the rust... Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,009	Body will probably rust off before the thing stops running... just what I've heard from others... What year? Could be just getting up to speed, or ready to drop dead... need more info... My brother has a 22R with 300,000 or so... has had it for 21 years. He could change a clutch and timing chain with his eyes closed, and AutoZone hates that they sold him "lifetime" anything. Best of luck. __________________ brad 5.0L \| 435 \| 203 \| 300 \| 4.10 \| 39.5 Buildup BACK underway...

12-30-2008, 09:35 PM	#3
wilson1010 Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 147	The 22re is legendary. I did have to put a 5 speed in my truck though because it would jump out of 3rd gear and it cost the same to fix it as to get a remanufactured tranny. Watch for frame and front suspension rust. Son with lead foot is driving it now and getting almost 30mpg every tank. The older solid front axle model is the cat's ass. I think 1985 was the last year. __________________ Unimog 406 XJ with a bunch of stuff put on by somebody else

12-30-2008, 10:40 PM	#5
wilson1010 Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 147	I did not read your post very well. Sorry. __________________ Unimog 406 XJ with a bunch of stuff put on by somebody else

12-31-2008, 05:14 PM	#6
KargoMaster Cleaning off the rust... Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,009	2002 SR5... hmmm, that means 4x4 also right... (you're just prepping your next trail rig aren't you? ) I like the sound of it. Take a look, take some pics, and post up... we'll tell you what we think. Oh, and sorry for the confusion about the older Toy engine. :o __________________ brad 5.0L \| 435 \| 203 \| 300 \| 4.10 \| 39.5 Buildup BACK underway...

12-30-2008, 10:20 PM	#4
Bear Chow Jeepless Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Oxford, Oh Posts: 302	I've heard about the venerable 22R. I didn't think the 2.7L was the same engine. It's a 2002 with SR5 package.

12-31-2008, 06:47 PM	#7
4RunnerAdam Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: near eastgate mall Posts: 171	Lots of people swap 2.7's in place of 22re nowadays. Just dont run it on its side. Had one come into Toyota when I worked there that self destructed after it ran on its side for 15 minutes. __________________ 88 4Runner, 350 V8 swap in progress http://staff.4x4wire.com/adamf

01-02-2009, 09:40 AM	#9
carwash pimpin' IS easy Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Union, KY Posts: 3,344 Images: 605	big powerful 4 cylinder.... mileage that high is most probably low temp highway miles, and is most probably just fine... drop a can of restore in it, prolly good for another 200k. __________________

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