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Fuel Injection - Knock Sensor Relocation The 22R/RE Pro (forged piston) engines require relocation of the knock sensor. Why? Here's the reason. The forged pistons create a high-pitched knock when t … Read more

Engine - A Good Intention With A Bad Result! If you were to talk with any Toyota owner, you would hear them say "Bulletproof" and "reliable". Toyota is very well known in the industry for making … Read more

Belt Tension 22R-RE & 3VZ-E The tension on a drive belt is described by Gates as being ideal when there is 1/64" of deflection per 1 inch of belt span. In this case, there is a 4"span, therefor be … Read more

Engine - Tune Up A car is essentially a machine; it requires a certain amount of preventative maintenance in order to continue to perform to peak potential. A tune up is often overlooked and could … Read more

Engine - Parts on EFI Pro Long Block Building a Toyota 22R or 22RE can be accomplished in a weekend or two. One of the main reasons for Toyota longevity is quality parts. When you rebuild your engin … Read more

Engine - Diagnostic Trouble Codes and Possible Causes NOTE: For Toyota's with electronic fuel injection utilizing the Toyota EFI or TCCS engine management system. Toyota's with the electronic fuel i … Read more