Looking at buying HJ75. 2H engine knock?
Submitted: Thursday, Apr 27, 2017 at 18:57
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BenFraser747
Good evening, everyone.
This afternoon I went and took a look at a local HJ75 ute. It doesn't seem to be in bad condition for it's age but it does have a bit over 600,000km on the odo. The guy had it running already when I arrived, apparently he had to jump start it as the battery had gone flat from sitting around parked for a while.
I noticed an intermittent engine knock while it was idling. Apparently the guy purchased it 4 months ago but wants to buy a 79 so he fits in it a bit better (I'm 6 foot and he had a few inches on me).
He has serviced it and given it a flush, which he claims has improved the knock situation. It hasn't been driven since the service so he thinks a long drive combined with another flush should bring it good. I'm not a mechanic but my better judgement is telling me to steer clear and ask some people more familiar with these motors.
Another thing I noticed was an occasional spark from the exhaust? I only noticed 2 or 3 within about 10 minutes. What do you guys think? He's offering it to me for 6 grand with a roadworthy. It has a brand new windscreen. Apparently the gearbox,
suspension and shocks, injectors and fuel system (previous owner - no receipts). He's also letting me pay it off at $500 per week.
Any input on this intermittent knock thing which has me worried will be much appreciated.
Thanks.
Ben
Reply By: Member - William B (The Shire) - Thursday, Apr 27, 2017 at 20:57
Thursday, Apr 27, 2017 at 20:57
Hi Ben,
Sparks from the exhaust would indicate a valve problem.
Maybe a burnt exhaust valve.
That plus the knock says to me to steer clear of this one.
William
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Follow Up By: Deejay - Thursday, Apr 27, 2017 at 21:07
Thursday, Apr 27, 2017 at 21:07
It sounds dodgy - engine already running, no receipts, 600,000ks, Toyota spare parts prices.
I'd keep looking.
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Reply By: Gramps - Thursday, Apr 27, 2017 at 22:03
Thursday, Apr 27, 2017 at 22:03
I'd say he bought a lemon and now wants to offload it.
Regards
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Reply By: Member - Tony H (touring oz) - Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 08:29
Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 08:29
Keep looking......the next one you find will be better
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Follow Up By: MEMBER - Darian, SA - Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 17:15
Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 17:15
Yep - and the more vehicles you look at the more expert you become - when you do eventually see a good one, you'll know it in an instant. Agreed too, re the comments on potential $ drama for you...it might be a 'simpler' engine compared to current models, but if the donk needed a decent overhaul, you'd be aghast at the costs. Good luck with the project.
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Reply By: BenFraser747 - Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 09:40
Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 09:40
Thanks for the replies, everyone. You've confirmed my suspicions. I'm going to have a look at another one tomorrow with receipts for the 2H rebuild and various other work it has had. It's a 1 owner vehicle and the bloke is a mechanic. 650km round trip tomorrow just to take a look. Fingers crossed! Cheers :)
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Follow Up By: pop2jocem - Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 19:15
Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 19:15
For what it's worth Ben, coming from a retired diesel mechanic, I reckon you have made the right decision about giving it a big miss.
As Bantam said, he's dreaming.
Cheers
Pop
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Reply By: The Bantam - Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 13:49
Friday, Apr 28, 2017 at 13:49
It could be a good proposition if you are prepared to do an engine rebuild or transplant ........ but at $6gorillas ...... tell him he is dreaming
at $2 gorillas, it might be worth considering ...... IF it is straight.
cheers
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Reply By: nickb - Monday, May 01, 2017 at 14:15
Monday, May 01, 2017 at 14:15
If you're really keen ask him if you can be there when it is first started cold in the morning, his response should tell all.
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Follow Up By: Bob Y. - Qld - Monday, May 01, 2017 at 18:52
Monday, May 01, 2017 at 18:52
Yeah, Ben will probably need to supply his own spray can of Aerostart.............oh, and jumper leads!
Bob
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Follow Up By: Member - ACD 1 - Monday, May 01, 2017 at 19:06
Monday, May 01, 2017 at 19:06
No he won't!
It sounds like it is parked on a pile of bullshlt to me...
It's a Landcruiser diesel after all....
Second gear, Handbrake off and let her roll - she'll be a starter.
Cheers
Anthony
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Reply By: BenFraser747 - Wednesday, May 03, 2017 at 14:49
Wednesday, May 03, 2017 at 14:49
I didn't realise there was further responses on this thread.
I ended up driving 9 hours (round trip) to have a look at another HJ75 ute on Saturday. I liked it, it was in great condition compared to the earlier one I looked at. One owner (mechanic). I gave the guy a deposit on it, very pleased with how it presents.
Thanks to everyone who took the time to reply, I appreciate it!
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