They put all that aftermarket stuff in the engine, yet probably didn’t change the oil or do any basic maintenance, astounding. I’m about as curious about the previous owners are the truck itself 😂
I’ve got so much done. Procharged all the bolt ons, custom exhaust with one cat instead of 4. About the be on 315/45 nittos. But holy shit how sacred I am about maintenance. I literally open my engine bay when it’s hot out because I wanna have her cool off quicker lmao. I can’t believe someone abused one so bad
Sounds like a lot of cope. There sure are a lot of 3rd gen owners on TacomaWorld with blown engines and they didn't all neglect to change oil or check oil level. Across all of Toyota's vehicles, the 2GR has had a bad reputation for engine failures and not always due to not changing oil or checking oil level.
@@845ToastT that magnuson supercharger adds SOME power but it’s at the cost of redlining and raping your engine components on every single acceleration. If this is a project vehichle that gets taken to the dunes once or twice a month then that’s fine but on a presumably daily driver the magnuson does more harm than good
When off-roading with a 2GR-FKS, extreme inclines/declines will cause oil to pool in the cylinder heads and could also lead to oil starvation. That may be the case here. Installing a catch can helps prevent the PCV dumping oil into the intake, which also happens in these situations.
I have a 2016 Off Road with 68k. Boggles me that someone put that amount of money into the truck. Then just neglected EVERYTHING until it was toast. To each their own. Good luck with the build!
My voodoo blue TRD OR is sitting somewhere in a junkyard with less than 4k miles. Insurance totaled it earlier this year when I got rear ended. The motor was untouched. Good thing there are plenty of these motors to go around!
If the new engine isn’t in yet now might be a good time to check out the steering rack. Hear they’re a pain to change out on these trucks and is meant to be installed with the engine out
I have this same year and model of taco and this is so horrifying to see the condition of it and so incredible to watch the efforts you've put into fixing it! Excellent work!
At first I was scared to hear a 2018 taco engine was toast until I saw just how many mods were done to it. If left stock and maintained at recommended intervals, should go deep into 6 figure mileage with little to no issues.
good to learn specially since this is rare. this is why you have to be careful with any car you're going to buy no matter if its a toyota, just my neighbor has a 2014~ corolla that he drives everyday and only changes the oil once a year, car is full of trash inside and never gets washed.
30 days ago i had my engine replaced by the dealership and now my transmission line clamp busted off and they are saying its not related to the engine replacements and trying to charge me more. if the transmission line issued related to having the engine removed?
Spun bearing was my first thought when I heard it. I bought a 69 Buick with a big block and it sounded almost exactly like that after I took it for a test drive, and wouldn't stay running just as you experienced.
Combo of too much foot, and not enough 🛢and 🚰 and air, the previous owner wasn't aware if the trucks limits after putting on that super charger. Booyah 👊🏽😁. Keep on keeping on.
That doesn't sound like its deep engine parts.....sounds to me like an accessory to the engine but I'd be interested to find out what it really is. EDIT: Oh I didn't see the first video on how terrible and nasty this truck was when you got it....sooo yes I wouldn't be surprised if the engine is just the same as the inside appearance.
sounds exactly like main bearings are toast. rod bearings are also ruined because I hear a knock with the screeching skipping bad bearings sound. the smoke also and other things he mentioned, not worth tinkering to repair whatsoever. supercharger bearings aren't like rod/main bearings, completely different. different sound if bad. I still want to see a teardown of this engine internals and supercharger out of curiosity if he has time for that video later.
I agree with you prior to the edit lol. Kid should do his wallet a favor and download the factory service manual before purchasing a new engine. Even if the engine is dead, which if it spins freely I doubt, bad accessories could easily kill the new engine, since I doubt he replacing all that.
@@hostilityy If he's going to the trouble of pulling the old engine, he'd be doing himself a favor to actually tear down the old engine to confirm it is dead and troubleshoot WHY.
My brother blow the engine on his STI so he had it rebuilt. The engine builder ended up rebuilding it twice as both times he made a mistake that required another rebuild. After failing the third time my brother gave up. He said the best bet is buying a new short block.
At first I thought you were stupid for buying this truck...then I saw your tools and gumption in this vid to dump whatever time money and effort to rehab this piece of shit...and I have to say you earned my subscription today!...I love this episode! I can't wait to see more...I vote for you not reusing the Supercharger...I love my slow yoda...I hope you go with reliability and decent power over taxing the new used motor for nominally a little more horsepower...
I also vote for him not using the supercharger. Sell it and use the cash to buy some other stuff for the truck. You don't need the power. Mind you I own a Vanagon
@@dannywildmon3712 No shit. Everybody seems to the think they'll turn this Taco into some kind of a baby Raptor with that supercharger. But for 64 more hrsprs at 10 grand a pop?? Uh.... No thanks. Just put that cash and your Yoda down on a REAL RAPTOR and call it a day.
This project is really compelling. I am being sucked right in. If you have the time and inclination, it would be great to devote a video to dismantling/tear down of the blown engine - to see exactly what it looks like from the inside. I have to be speaking for the many fellow Tacoma fanboys out there in TH-cam land. I wish you all the best with this resurrection. I've never seen any vehicle in such rough shape for a mere 3 years of (mis)use. It almost seems like the former owner was trying to see how much punishment the tattered Taco would take!
Looks like the one a crashed but it was a 2016 kinda worked out good tho the 4x4 high didint work when I bought it from dealer got it used with 29k miles… got a 2021 taco last December
This is an awesome series! Looking forward to watching more. I'm not sure if anyone else feels this way but your audio is all over the place my dude. Sometimes it's a whisper and once in a while you'll be right close to the mic and it'll be loud as all get out! Gotta try to edit that out in post production!
I was about to buy the truck but didn’t want to deal with everything it had wrong with it crazy I was just scrolling through TH-cam and here it is pretty sick!
Dude, way to stick with it. Like everyone else said, how in the hell could anyone neglect a Tacoma to this extent?! I applaud your efforts!
you shouldnt have a vehicle if you somehow manage to neglect and break a freaking toyota to this extent
Chufch. Soñgs
They put all that aftermarket stuff in the engine, yet probably didn’t change the oil or do any basic maintenance, astounding. I’m about as curious about the previous owners are the truck itself 😂
My bet is someone with fuck you money who used it, abused it, and sold it when he wanted a new one.
I’ve got so much done. Procharged all the bolt ons, custom exhaust with one cat instead of 4. About the be on 315/45 nittos. But holy shit how sacred I am about maintenance. I literally open my engine bay when it’s hot out because I wanna have her cool off quicker lmao. I can’t believe someone abused one so bad
Sounds like a lot of cope. There sure are a lot of 3rd gen owners on TacomaWorld with blown engines and they didn't all neglect to change oil or check oil level. Across all of Toyota's vehicles, the 2GR has had a bad reputation for engine failures and not always due to not changing oil or checking oil level.
I can’t believe that someone would do such a thing to such a beautiful truck
Again, it floors me how the previous owner neglected it so much in 3 years as to blow the engine!
Probably never did an oil change or any services.
lol if not for that he wouldn't of been able to get the truck
Having a supercharger probably didn't help
@@845ToastT that magnuson supercharger adds SOME power but it’s at the cost of redlining and raping your engine components on every single acceleration. If this is a project vehichle that gets taken to the dunes once or twice a month then that’s fine but on a presumably daily driver the magnuson does more harm than good
Did you notice the supercharger?
Im stoked on your progress thus far. Wish you smooth sailing from hear on out!
Thank you!
Great series, I like that you show your mistakes and mishaps. Glad to know not everyone on TH-cam is an expert.
When off-roading with a 2GR-FKS, extreme inclines/declines will cause oil to pool in the cylinder heads and could also lead to oil starvation. That may be the case here. Installing a catch can helps prevent the PCV dumping oil into the intake, which also happens in these situations.
Interesting. Catch can is on my list
I bet the supercharger wasn't helping anything also...
How do you know that?
@@firstlast--- the internet and videos of people's Tacomas producing plumes of white smoke after hitting steep angles.
A catch can has nothing to do with what you said. It will not help in any way.
great stuff - was worried the extendo would just collapse hahaha
It’s amazing how calm you stay when you’re doing all this stuff especially when you have an issue. Awesome to watch 👍
i Love how raw ur content is, how u include ur mistakes. It's real, and it's my favorite type of videos. Thank u!
Absolutely!
I have a 2016 Off Road with 68k. Boggles me that someone put that amount of money into the truck. Then just neglected EVERYTHING until it was toast. To each their own. Good luck with the build!
Mega Respect for taking on this project! Patience is a virtue.
This is great, thanks for sharing the journey with us--looking forward to its rebirth!
Thanks for watching!
Send him money to help him
My voodoo blue TRD OR is sitting somewhere in a junkyard with less than 4k miles. Insurance totaled it earlier this year when I got rear ended. The motor was untouched. Good thing there are plenty of these motors to go around!
I think the best build on TH-cam right now! Crazy that an abused Tacoma can still get you 100k miles!
I totally agree on everything you say!
Hey thanks!
Snapperhead
I remember seeing this truck for sale on Facebook! It’s a shame how someone could do that to a truck
Crazy
If the new engine isn’t in yet now might be a good time to check out the steering rack. Hear they’re a pain to change out on these trucks and is meant to be installed with the engine out
Replaced in episode 3, check it out !
I have this same year and model of taco and this is so horrifying to see the condition of it and so incredible to watch the efforts you've put into fixing it! Excellent work!
Your buddy has a pretty sharp XJ I see in the driveway... I dig it. 👍🏼👍🏼
Thank you! That’s mine ;)
At first I was scared to hear a 2018 taco engine was toast until I saw just how many mods were done to it. If left stock and maintained at recommended intervals, should go deep into 6 figure mileage with little to no issues.
We may have to rename you the Toyota Kid. Haven't seen that much determination in a long time. Keep after it.
Thank you and thanks for watching!
This is great!! I have a second gen tacoma, and just seeing the community around is amazing! This series is going to be sick!
Wow.....I admire you're sand cowboy. No joke l mean that. Looking forward to the journey . With you all the way.
good to learn specially since this is rare. this is why you have to be careful with any car you're going to buy no matter if its a toyota, just my neighbor has a 2014~ corolla that he drives everyday and only changes the oil once a year, car is full of trash inside and never gets washed.
wow all those connections going eveywhere is staggering good luck young sir
Thank you!
Hard work pays off. Keep doing your thing.
This whole series deserves 1 million views easy
30 days ago i had my engine replaced by the dealership and now my transmission line clamp busted off and they are saying its not related to the engine replacements and trying to charge me more. if the transmission line issued related to having the engine removed?
Spun bearing was my first thought when I heard it. I bought a 69 Buick with a big block and it sounded almost exactly like that after I took it for a test drive, and wouldn't stay running just as you experienced.
I have a 2018 Tacoma with 28195 miles on it. I go by the "extreme conditions " for maintenance intervals
Same, 2018 Camry owner 2.5 liter
I commend you, this kind of restoration/major fix takes some serious courage and commitment.
It looks like you guys are real professionals great job
Siiick! Dude we just start a down hills series and bam no need for a new engine.
Replacing bearings are not to bad a job.
Engine rebuild can be fun too.
Looking good!!! This truck is gonna be awesome when you are done! You might be inspiring a project down the road for me
Good God, that poor truck has lived a hard life in such a short amount of time.
I’m really hoping that your gonna put the supercharger on the new engine
The truck is scratched pretty bad but I’m sure a nice cut and polish will bring back the deep black. Worth a shot
If nothing it will make it ready for a wrap
Bring that TACO back to life!!! Enjoying the videos 👍🏻🤯
Thanks Matt!
Dude sick! Good luck! I’m hooked! Lol
Its hard to imagine the type person that could afford to buy that truck and then treat it the way it was. legend
Probably bank loan. Most people can afford 500 / month.
Good work! I appreciate the time you are putting into this Taco.
Awesome! I can’t wait for the next episode
Mike you are amazing! enjoyed the video. I sure was hoping it was just the fuse!!
I’d definitely recommend an oil accumulator if you’re gonna off-road this thing
Combo of too much foot, and not enough 🛢and 🚰 and air, the previous owner wasn't aware if the trucks limits after putting on that super charger. Booyah 👊🏽😁. Keep on keeping on.
That doesn't sound like its deep engine parts.....sounds to me like an accessory to the engine but I'd be interested to find out what it really is. EDIT: Oh I didn't see the first video on how terrible and nasty this truck was when you got it....sooo yes I wouldn't be surprised if the engine is just the same as the inside appearance.
I thought the same thing. Thought the noise could’ve been coming from that supercharger. I’ll have to watch the 1st video.
sounds exactly like main bearings are toast. rod bearings are also ruined because I hear a knock with the screeching skipping bad bearings sound. the smoke also and other things he mentioned, not worth tinkering to repair whatsoever. supercharger bearings aren't like rod/main bearings, completely different. different sound if bad. I still want to see a teardown of this engine internals and supercharger out of curiosity if he has time for that video later.
I agree with you prior to the edit lol. Kid should do his wallet a favor and download the factory service manual before purchasing a new engine. Even if the engine is dead, which if it spins freely I doubt, bad accessories could easily kill the new engine, since I doubt he replacing all that.
@@hostilityy If he's going to the trouble of pulling the old engine, he'd be doing himself a favor to actually tear down the old engine to confirm it is dead and troubleshoot WHY.
Haha “nice and tucked away, thank you”
Love the videos brother. You are the man!
This is awesome. Capturing all of the epic and shitty moments along the journey. You've got a new subscriber here!
Thank you!
My brother blow the engine on his STI so he had it rebuilt. The engine builder ended up rebuilding it twice as both times he made a mistake that required another rebuild. After failing the third time my brother gave up. He said the best bet is buying a new short block.
The "it's okay it's okay" moment lol been there
At first I thought you were stupid for buying this truck...then I saw your tools and gumption in this vid to dump whatever time money and effort to rehab this piece of shit...and I have to say you earned my subscription today!...I love this episode! I can't wait to see more...I vote for you not reusing the Supercharger...I love my slow yoda...I hope you go with reliability and decent power over taxing the new used motor for nominally a little more horsepower...
I also vote for him not using the supercharger. Sell it and use the cash to buy some other stuff for the truck. You don't need the power. Mind you I own a Vanagon
@@dannywildmon3712 No shit. Everybody seems to the think they'll turn this Taco into some kind of a baby Raptor with that supercharger. But for 64 more hrsprs at 10 grand a pop?? Uh.... No thanks. Just put that cash and your Yoda down on a REAL RAPTOR and call it a day.
So stoked about this build series! Absolute dream of mine to find something like this and tear into it.
I’m excited to see this build come together!
Nice job man!
Dude your awesome for taking that project on. 👏
Cool can’t wait to see the finish product.
This project is really compelling. I am being sucked right in. If you have the time and inclination, it would be great to devote a video to dismantling/tear down of the blown engine - to see exactly what it looks like from the inside. I have to be speaking for the many fellow Tacoma fanboys out there in TH-cam land. I wish you all the best with this resurrection. I've never seen any vehicle in such rough shape for a mere 3 years of (mis)use. It almost seems like the former owner was trying to see how much punishment the tattered Taco would take!
“Thats what she said” Caught me off guard🤣🤣🤣
love the build, and music choices!
I just bought a 2017 Tacoma with 45k miles on it and pretty much pristine condition. My god, the amount of neglect this poor thing was put through...
Second you got it to crank up and I heard that first little bit I immediately knew it was a spun crank bearing
Wow, Mike!! Huge job!!
You got this!!!
Just found this channel good stuff man! I will continue to watch the journey!
Glad I came across this channel! Good work! I know the struggle with fixing broken cars haha! Will be looking forward to new episodes!
alright my dude, i subscribed and im hooked.
You earned a sub. Love this series so far.
After getting and installing the new engine, i'm guessing windshield is next :) :)
pricy. we charge around $1,100 at the dealership and will disclose possible problems with this vehicle height if it's even doable
@@hostilityy and thats why nobody would wana take it to the stealership and just take it to a auto glass shop
Great series man -- very cool to follow this one
videos get better every time love it brother
subbed.. looking forward this this journey.
Great job man, looking forward to you tearing this beast apart and getting it to the trail! Subd, I gotta follow the progress
Thank you!
Instead of rearranging the chains at 9:00 why not take the air out of the front tires?
They were already flat
Enjoying the content brotha good job 👍 sick truck to …
Best of luck. I'm enjoying the videos.
Great video series, keep it up man god bless you.
Looks like the one a crashed but it was a 2016 kinda worked out good tho the 4x4 high didint work when I bought it from dealer got it used with 29k miles… got a 2021 taco last December
Mike ~ You Are One Cool Guy ~ Good Luck On The Truck - I Own 2 Both 4 Runners ~ Rob
Damn ! I’m excited for this build
Love the series Mike! Keep up the great work! :)
yay 1K subed. i wanna see this thing on the road again!
This was really great to watch. Thank you, subscribed, keep the content coming.
Nice truck dude and great attitude
Subscribed
This is an awesome series! Looking forward to watching more. I'm not sure if anyone else feels this way but your audio is all over the place my dude. Sometimes it's a whisper and once in a while you'll be right close to the mic and it'll be loud as all get out! Gotta try to edit that out in post production!
Working on that…
You’re a freaking legend bro 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Sounds like the head Gasket or gaskets are blown and bad piston rings since the coolant got into the combustion chamber.
yeah! dude! you cool you stickin ti it...
"Big Wheel Keep On Turning..."
I was about to buy the truck but didn’t want to deal with everything it had wrong with it crazy I was just scrolling through TH-cam and here it is pretty sick!
Awesome, can’t wait to see more.
Thanks for watching!
Just got a subscriber my dude! Awesome videos brother
Funny beer part lol, thanx for the comedy 😅👍
this dudes about to blow up trust me
New subscriber🤙🏾 love this contents
You’re an absolute beast man
Awesome series so far! Have you thought about wrapping it?
Tbh I think it shows character with the scratches plus it’ll get dinged up anyway
@@wonderboy3345 fair!!
Oh man. Fun times you had... Who is paying for your adventures? Please don't touch my Tacoma... LOL
The us government
Truck has a lot of money in high end parts actually pretty crazy find!
I couldn’t stop laughing. Good shit man
I can’t wait to see that thing running again
Check out episode 3!