Total rebuild or not?

[Solongo]

1991 Toyota 2wd Pick-up 235K:

Just started to smoke not a wisp but a cloud of white smoke after the truck has been sitting. The debate is a total rebuild or just the top end?

Yes, I know the truck has a lot of miles, but I need to squeeze a few more miles out. Ideas, Opinions, possible causes??

Sol

[Sidney]

First I would perform a leak down test and a fluid analysis test on the engine to pin point problem but more than likely your headgasket is blown and your cylinder head may need re-surfacing.Your engine can give you 330 000 miles easily.

Sidney
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1985 Toyota 4-Runner,22R-E,W56,RN60LV-MSEK,rusted rear step/towing chrome bumper with 243 000 KM

[Solongo]

Sydney,
Right on the mark! I had flushed the radiator, refilled with antifreeze, and I parked the truck in the drive. Next day: I changed the oil (due at regular interval). Noticed excessive water dripping out of the tailpipe when idling. I too suspect a blown head gasket on the exhaust side, excessive smoke from fluid burn-off without the burnt oil smell. Mate, It is still warm in the south, so I will break her down this Saturday. I will keep you updated.

Sol

[ttownjoeshow]

lol, i'm goin through the same thing but have a little water in the oil. It all started after a cold spell ( -35*C for 3 days) so i'm kindda scared . Doin er in the driveway engine teardown and/or engine swap

[ttownjoeshow]

hey man check out my thred "cold spell...son of a..."