Engine Bottom Rod Knock

[Kabaly]

Hi Guys,

I drive a 2004 Camry Sportivo 4cyl 2.4L (XV30) ACV36R.

I had been waiting to hit the mileage amount of 157,500km (not the date of 22/7 - 2 months ago) to get it serviced next (along with my tax return) when at 155,700km disaster struck! I had a slow oil leak which I had spotted but benig naive thought it would be ok until the service.

I was coming back from the Sunny Coast to Brissie on the Bruce and started to hear the dreaded 'knocking' sound coming from the engine.

I pulled into a servo and it just so happened 2 seperate mechanic pulled up in the time I was there and diagnosed it as a bottom knock, most likely the bearings and a rod are shot.

I was told to go to all jap auto parts and completely replace the engine.

Because I only drove a couple clicks before I stopped driving the car is it at all salvageable? I saw a youtube vid of a guy pouring in 2 liquids which repaired the sound.

Otherwise, what sort of cost can i expect for a new engine and labour?

Also, if i go to the wreckers would the 3L v6 engine fit in the bay, as an alternative?

TY in advance.

[trentmeyer23]

It may be salvageable, however it will require a full rebuild which can be very expensive.

The only thing that will fix it permanentely is either a rebuild or a replacement engine.

Depending on where you go, you could be looking in the range of $2500 to $5000 for an engine swap(including engine).

A rebuild will be in that range, possibly slightly higher; however, the engine should be like new.

The V6 option will require a lot more labour and parts to make it work.

[Kabaly]

I think the rebuild option may be more expensive. The V6 option is also out too.

As pessimistic as I am about 2nd hand engines, I'll probably buy one from all jap with some sort of warranty hopefully.

I also think the boys that live next door are mechanics and I'm hoping they have an engine hoist and want a couple $$ with a bottle of something thrown in.

[trentmeyer23]

I'll probably buy one from all jap with some sort of warranty hopefully.

Shop around, most places will give some form of warranty.