Thread: First Dual Cab 4WD for #1 Son

I do know of a Land-Rover mechanic who bought his son a much vaunted Hilux, after seeming to do a good deal of research into all the major brands, Nissan, Mitsi, etc. I trust his judgement so that is what I'd get.

Originally Posted by RANDLOVER

I do know of a Land-Rover mechanic who bought his son a much vaunted Hilux, after seeming to do a good deal of research into all the major brands, Nissan, Mitsi, etc. I trust his judgement so that is what I'd get.

Hilux (+Prado) D4D engines have an issue with carboning up the oil pickup and blocking the oil pickup (leaking injector seals are the cause). I've been told that at Toyota dealerships the oil pickup is visually checked each service for any signs of this.
In overseas markets (inc NZ) Toyota recommends that the seals are replaced every 50k or so (as part of the valve adjustment service).
The factory injectors fail with regular monotony. (Mate had his replaced at around 100k due to issues). $2500 to $3000. CEM claims that their CRD fuel enhancer will help avoid this issue. If you ignore the issue the top of the piston may get melted /fail.
Both known problems and well documented on forums.
Apparently you can change the timing belt on these engines in under an hour. That's a good bit of design if it's true.