need to replace inserts in engine - Engine Troubleshooting


	Auto Repair Home	SEARCH POSTS	WHO'S ONLINE	LOG IN

Automotive Repair

Car Troubleshooting Topics
  Car Troubleshooting
  Engine Troubleshooting
  Engine Fault Codes
  Electrical and Wiring
  Transmission Problems

Car Repair Topics
  Car Making Noises
  Car Stereo Repair
  Heating or AC Issues
  Motorcycles and ATVs
  Tricks of the Trade
  Truck Repair Advice

Site Options:
  Login
  Sign up here!

Latest Forum Post

1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no start

I have a 1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no...

Strut spring orientation and strut mount tension nut

2017 Nissan rogue awd 2.5 L Put in Monro...

Transmission stuck in part, I have tried everything

So I'm working on my elderly fathers 201...

2017 dodge journey LED headlights on/off randomly

Year of vehicle 2017 Make of vehicle dod...

Kia Soul starter replacement issues!

Okay so my car is a 2010 Kia soul 2.0 en...

Please Help - Knock sound & engine fail

Hi all, Hoping to get some insight and ...

multiple warning lights

2013 GMC Terrain 130,000 miles 4 cylinde...

03 alero no low speed blower

Good day everyone, I have a 2003 Olds a...

04 Chevy 2500hd tail light issues

Help!!! I have changed my combo switch...

1999 Grand Caravan Sport not starting.

Hi. I'm new here. I hope someone can hel...

need to replace inserts in engine

Sign up here!

Search for (search options)

Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Engine Troubleshooting

djhnnn
New User

May 15, 2009, 3:03 PM

Post #1 of 4 (1460 views)

need to replace inserts in engine	Sign In

1998 Toyota Sienna Van.
6 cylinder, 135,000 miles

We are pretty sure it spun an insert. I need to know if we can replace the inserts without lifting the engine out. We are down to one car that is responsible for getting 4 people to work and back. Two of them work 30 minutes away that are due in at different times. I am disabled and 3 hours of driving every day is extremely wearing on my health. Any tips I can get will be GREATLY appreciated!!!!!!!

Thank you,
Deborah

Loren Champlain Sr
Veteran / Moderator
Loren Champlain Sr profile image

May 15, 2009, 5:27 PM

Post #2 of 4 (1454 views)

Re: need to replace inserts in engine	Sign In

Deborah; What inserts are you referring to?
Loren
SW Washington

djhnnn
New User

May 26, 2009, 8:20 AM

Post #3 of 4 (1431 views)

Re: need to replace inserts in engine	Sign In

my dad said it threw a rod. We are hoping we can fix this engine because I don't have the money for a car payment or the money for another engine. I am disabled waiting to have my tenth back surgery and we are hurting for money. Your help is greatly appreciated. THANK YOU!!

Loren Champlain Sr
Veteran / Moderator
Loren Champlain Sr profile image

May 26, 2009, 4:45 PM

Post #4 of 4 (1425 views)

Re: need to replace inserts in engine	Sign In

Deborah; Yes, you'll need to remove the engine and transaxle assy. as one unit. This is an uncommon problem, and you'll want to be darned sure that this is really what's wrong before you go to the time and expense. If it has spun a bearing, you'll be looking at a 'crank kit' which will include a reground crankshaft with rod and main bearings. Don't put new bearings onto the old crankshaft as it won't last and you'll be doing it again, soon. There are only a couple of reasons, off the top of my head, that would cause this problem. Overheating or loss of oil pressure. So, you'll need to address the cause as well as the result. Always replace the oil pump when you have the oil pan off. This is going to be expensive, in parts alone.
Loren
SW Washington

Search for (options) Privacy Sitemap