Can anyone help? I got a 1993 hilux surf with 2L-TE engine. My problem is hardstarting and white smoke coming out on the exhaust.I have brought it to 2 mechanic and both suggested of engine overhaul because of busted piston rings.Did anyone of you encountered same problem?what could be the cause? I have read many feedbacks on 2L-TE engine like crack cylinder head. Right now im considering of an engine swap to 1KZ-TE instead of rebuilding the engine,has anyone tried the engine swap? Can you give me feedbacks? Will my old tranny on my 2L-TE fit to 1KZ-TE engine?

• Toyota 1kz Te Engine

Toyota 1kz Te Engine

Re: 1KZ Cracked Head Seems the old 1KZ diesels are suffering a contageous outbreak of cracked heads. After months of trying work out why I had an intermittent rough idle on cold start which involved changing glow plugs and the primer pump assembly, we find she has a cracked head. Seems there are several cracks in all four cylinders. This package includes everything to replace your old cracked cylinder head:.New Toyota 1KZ-te cylinder head assembled complete.Head gasket set (including graded head gasket).Head bolts This is a complete on exchange package. We require your old cylinder head for the reusable parts ie. Valves, camshaft etc.