1990 Toyota Hilux Refuses To Start.

[ricenz]

Hey guys,

i heard you guys are the best people to talk to about my problem. Took my car to a few mechinics here in NZ and they are all useless.

Could you please give me your expert opinions.

Originally cambelt snapped on the way home. I replaced the belt but it still refuses to start.

It sounded like it was starting to turn over right, but the engine just start.

Can anyone think what could be the problem???

Many thanks,

Rice

[Andy]

If the belt snapped it would have done a load of damage to the valves and other bits, you need to remove the head as a starter to see what has happened.

[ricenz]

thanks heaps for the help Andy :)

looks like i'll have to take it into the garage after all! bugga -_-;

[crphillips]

I'd second what Andy said.....your engine will be goosed.

Possible damaged parts are:

Rockers/followers

Valves

Pistons

Head

Guides

Pull the head off and look inside....you'll soon spot the damaged items. Not cheap either.......replacement engine maybe cheaper if it's buggered everything.