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Hi Zach: The original issue, why me former mechanic suggested rebuilding the head, was low compression in #3 cylinder. He adjusted the valves, but said that it may not have any effect if the #3 valves were not completely closing. yes, I am probably overthinking as is my nature. I had a chat with the local NAPA guys. They can send the head out for evaluation and estimate for rebuild at no cost to me. Would this be a better next step than pulling the engine and swapping it for a used or rebuilt? Truly, Stephen
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Hi jdemaris: Brilliant! I finally got to chat with my brother firefighter Dream Weaver tonight. My marching orders from him are to research a local engine rebuilder and the cost of a rebuilt engine and shipping. Rob's thought being alot of what you described in your last post, just no tellin how much wear on the engine as a whole.......... On the positive front, Dream Weaver assures me we can swap out the motor in 2 days, yep he's that good. So, I'll plan on posting what I find out before taking action..........Thanks for all of your insight. Truly, Stephen
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Hi 5Toyota: I have had my Dolphin for the past 34k of the 90k total miles on the odometer which I put on in 2 years. I have regularly changed the oil and antifreeze, drive without winding the gears out, know its limitations i.e. driving the 6-7% grades from Denver to Evergreen or over the Continental Divide at 25mph in 2nd gear. No tellin how my Dolphin was treated for the first 56k miles over its 26 year lifespan for those miles. Truly, Stephen
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Drained the oil, actually got quite abit of coolant first as oil floats. After the pure coolant came out of the oil drain, the gray-colored oil came out. I am letting it drain until the last drops come out. Drained the remaining coolant from the radiator. What do you think about changing the oil filter, filling with fresh oil and starting the engine to get some "good" oil coating the inards of the engine? Stephen
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Hi DerekUpNorth: Correct, did not do the head work. Coolant in the oil, gray colored oil, and about 2 qts over full tells me probably the head gasket. compression check when mechanic wanted to do head had low compression, he said on all cylinders and #3 lower than the others. the valves were adjusted at that time. Agreed more investigation before pulling the whole engine. I have the shop space and time ( fortunately) Truly, Stephen
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Hi jdemaris: The points you bring up are excellent, one of the reasons I value this forum so much. I can still just pull the head and have a look. Our Fire Dept mechanics will help me, too, to evaluate before just pulling it. Thanks for your input, I'll share what I find before taking action. Truly, Stephen
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Greetings Dolphin Masters: It is a sad day in Evergreen, CO. My 1986 Dolphin blew the head gasket today. I had some loss of power and my former mechanic advised me to have a valve job i.e new top end earlier this year. My thoughts and a recommendation from a brother firefighter were to drive her til she quits and replace the engine with a fresh rebuilt one. Any recommendations on a reputable supplier for rebuilt 22RE engines? Also, is this a short block or long block? what is the difference? does this matter? Fortunately, I have a shop available to swap the engine, just enough money (I think), and plenty of helping hands. Plan B is to put a used engine in for now and save for the rebuilt one (if I don't have enough money for a rebuilt one now). Jim at our local Toyota Bone Yard will sell me a used 22RE for $600; will run it for me before taking it out of the junk rig and guarantee it for 30 days. Your input is greatly appreciated. Truly, Stephen
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Parallax Power Converter Troubleshooting
mountainmansteve replied to mountainmansteve's topic in Electrical
Hi John: Not yet, I have been recovering from the cost of the mechanical issue I had with the engine. Just pulled this forum back up today to check out the model number you provided earlier. Should be able to swing the cost of this converter in a few days. Truly, Stephen -
Parallax Power Converter Troubleshooting
mountainmansteve replied to mountainmansteve's topic in Electrical
very cool, John. Thanks for the great follow-up. Truly, Stephen -
Parallax Power Converter Troubleshooting
mountainmansteve replied to mountainmansteve's topic in Electrical
Hi John: Great information on manually controlling the charge rate. What was the issue with the automatic "Charge Wizard"? Truly, Stephen -
Parallax Power Converter Troubleshooting
mountainmansteve replied to mountainmansteve's topic in Electrical
Hi John: How long have you had this installed? I am very interested in this model. Not only is the price much better, the spec sheet is quite detailed; something I've not been able to find in this detail for the Parallax 55TCRU. I also like the staged charging (automatic) describing the "Charge Wizard". Thanks for your valuable input. Truly, Stephen -
Hi Bob C: A good suggestion on where to start, simple, easy, and not too expensive. Thanks and Kudos to you! I replaced the fuel filter about a year ago, it was not the problem I was having when it was replaced, but that is where my Ex-Mechanic started. This, of course, doesn't indicate that my fuel filter is not the problem. A Brother Firefighter with tools and knowledge has agreed to help me change the blown exhaust manifold gasket. One of our local Toyota Dealerships has the gasket and missing stud in stock and will have the nut for the stud Friday morning. Not sure when Rob can help me with wrenching, yet, but I expect to have parts by Noon on Friday. More soon, and thanks again for your response. Truly, Stephen Truly, Stephen