1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Specific repair issues for Toyota + Lexus vehicles
Tim Martin
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
Posts: 2642
Joined: Wed Feb 04, 2009 1:28 pm
Location: PA

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by Tim Martin »

Ok. I had to put this thing on the back burner for awhile. But now the engine is out. There are only four bolts that actually hold the transmission to the engine. Three of the four threads in the block are fine. The fourth has a broken bolt in it for whatever reason. So, that needs to come out. The flexplate is broken the whole way around. The plate bolted to the back of the block was loose and needs to be replaced. The torque converter appears to be ok. I do want the customer to stop in and have a look so he can see exactly what I am seeing. The dowel pins are slightly loose but I am hoping they will be ok. There is a few other bolts and threads that I need to look at as I install the engine and trans back in the vehicle.

Am hoping for the best on this one.
User avatar
steven kiser
5K Holy Smokes Contributor
5K Holy Smokes Contributor
Posts: 6184
Joined: Fri Jul 06, 2007 4:58 am
Location: eastern ma.

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by steven kiser »

Good luck....................................
never argue with a fool, they'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience
Tim Martin
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
Posts: 2642
Joined: Wed Feb 04, 2009 1:28 pm
Location: PA

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by Tim Martin »

steven kiser wrote:Good luck....................................
An Steve ......... pray tell. What does that mean?
User avatar
ricmorin
5K Holy Smokes Contributor
5K Holy Smokes Contributor
Posts: 5967
Joined: Mon Jul 25, 2005 10:11 am
Location: New Hampshire
Contact:

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by ricmorin »

I would want to make sure that the dowels are 100%, or replace them. Additionally, if the trans bolts(4) are available, I'd use new from the dealer. JMO.
Ric Morin - Volunteer Forum Moderator, Shop Owner, ASE Master L1
Motorcar Alternatives, LLC
603-622-6434 x203
www.motorcaralternatives.com

I find my life is a lot easier when I use Special Orders
User avatar
steven kiser
5K Holy Smokes Contributor
5K Holy Smokes Contributor
Posts: 6184
Joined: Fri Jul 06, 2007 4:58 am
Location: eastern ma.

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by steven kiser »

I've had great success using JB weld in these situations.
never argue with a fool, they'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience
Tim Martin
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
Posts: 2642
Joined: Wed Feb 04, 2009 1:28 pm
Location: PA

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by Tim Martin »

steven kiser wrote:I've had great success using JB weld in these situations.
I suppose you mean using JB weld when the dowel pins are inserted in the block? Right?
User avatar
brianp87
3K Time Lord Contributor
3K Time Lord Contributor
Posts: 3133
Joined: Tue Oct 10, 2006 6:11 am
Location: Arizona
Contact:

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by brianp87 »

steven kiser wrote:I've had great success using JB weld in these situations.

:lol:
Tim Martin
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
2.5K Uber Ninja Contributor
Posts: 2642
Joined: Wed Feb 04, 2009 1:28 pm
Location: PA

Re: 1996 Toyota Camry - Loose Bolts Issue

Post by Tim Martin »

Was going over some old threads of mine an saw this one. The irony of this job is that I never saw one red cent out of the job. That was in the days be4 I required payment to let the car off the lot. .................. See the car going around town so I know he is using it.

Lesson learned.
Post Reply

Return to “Toyota / Lexus”