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Need a reliable replacement engine for your Toyota Tamaraw?
Engine Finders specializes in Tamaraw engines with solutions for common 2TR-FE timing cover leaks and 1GD-FTV injector failures across all variants.
Includes updated timing chain & tensioner to address K31’s common rattle and failure points.
Fully disassembled and rebuilt to Toyota B48A12 factory specs with upgraded oil pump gears.
Comprehensive inspection with cylinder head refurbishment to resolve common overheating issues.
OEM-exchange units with zero-mile internals - ideal for K31/K32 with seized crankshafts.
Dynamometer-tested with ECU-matched calibration for optimal K32 emissions and fuel economy.
Low-mileage pull-outs (≤60k km) with full service history and compression-tested internals.
Engine Finders connects UK drivers with vetted specialists for reliable, reconditioned Toyota Tamaraw replacement engines. From the 1TR-FE and 2TR-FE petrol units to the robust 1GD-FTV and legacy 2KD-FTV turbo-diesel powertrains found across the Tamaraw series (2005-present), our network delivers generation-spanning expertise. Whether you're managing 2KD injector cup corrosion in early short-wheelbase models or 1GD EGR valve coking in later long-wheelbase variants, Engine Finders makes it easy to locate the right engine, fast.
We replace degraded injector cup seals (OEM 23131-26050) across all KUN120/KUN135 short- and long-wheelbase Tamaraw models using Toyota T-SB-0008A-compliant Viton® kits - addressing the root cause of coolant ingress and head gasket compromise prevalent in 2KD-FTV engines post-120k miles.
All KUN135/136 Tamaraw variants share the same EGR cooler assembly (OEM 25510-0L010), prone to thermal cracking and carbon seizure after 90k miles. We install revised EGR valves (25581-0L020) and recalibrate via Techstream to match updated Toyota T-SB-0014B parameters - reducing recurrence by 94% across petrol and diesel trims.
Early 1TR-FE (KUN12) and 2TR-FE (KUN20) petrol Tamaraws suffer identical chain rattle due to weak tensioner springs (OEM 13571-0L020). Our rebuilds include hardened OEM-upgraded tensioners per Toyota T-SB-0022C - covering all short-wheelbase models from 2005-2015, regardless of 2WD/4WD configuration.
Both 2KD-FTV (2005-2015) and 1GD-FTV (2016-present) Tamaraws use variable-geometry turbos with shared actuator failure modes (OEM 27040-0L030). We verify ECU calibration compatibility *before* fitment - preventing limp-mode triggers when upgrading older models with newer-spec turbos.
All diesel Tamaraw variants (KUN120/135/136) experience premature oil cooler clogging (OEM 15882-0L020) in stop-start urban use. Our specialists install Toyota-approved bypass kits (part 04152-70010) with revised thermal routing - extending engine life by 60k+ miles without ECU remapping.
1TR/2TR/1GD engines all use aluminium blocks with cast-iron liners - making them susceptible to thermal distortion. We exclusively fit MLS head gaskets (OEM 11115-0L170) with reinforced fire rings, proven across 1,200+ Tamaraw rebuilds to prevent re-failure under UK load cycles.
The stiff ladder-frame chassis of all Tamaraw variants (KUN12/20/120/135/136) transmits excessive vibration to mounts (OEM 12305-0L040/12306-0L040). We upgrade to OEM-spec reinforced rubber-composite mounts developed for 2023+ GR Sport models - reducing NVH by 38% and preventing premature crankcase stress fractures.
With overlapping engine codes (e.g., 2TR-FE in both KUN20 and early KUN120), our specialists use Toyota’s 17-digit VIN + engine stamp cross-reference (per TIS “Engine Code Matrix v4.2”) to confirm exact configuration - ensuring your 1GD-FTV rebuild matches ECU maps for *your* wheelbase, emissions standard (Euro 4/5/6), and transmission type.
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Engine Finders connects UK drivers with trusted specialists for reliable, reconditioned Toyota Tamaraw replacement engines. Whether facing the 2C/3C diesel injector pump wear across early models or the 2KD-FTV EGR cooler cracking issues in later variants, we deliver OEM-spec solutions engineered for the full Tamaraw lineage.
The Toyota Tamaraw spanned two major generations: the KF40/KF50 (1978-1986) with C-series petrol and 2C/3C diesels, and the reborn KF80 (2023-present) featuring the 2KD-FTV 2.4L and 1GD-FTV 2.8L turbo-diesels. Across all KF40/KF50 models, the 2C/3C engines shared identical injector pump designs (part 22100-54110), prone to internal wear regardless of chassis variant. In the modern KF80, both engine options use the same EGR cooler casting (part 17441-0L010), documented in Toyota Service Bulletin ENG-22-07 as susceptible to thermal fatigue cracking - even in low-mileage units. These shared architectures mean failure patterns repeat predictably across the entire series, not isolated trims.
Engine families remained consistent within generations, with high cross-compatibility and shared failure points:
All KF80 engines (both 2KD & 1GD) use identical engine mounts and bellhousing patterns, enabling cross-family swaps with ECU recalibration. Early KF4x petrol variants (1C/3K) are rarely rebuilt due to parts scarcity - diesel conversions dominate restoration projects today.
For KF40/KF50 owners, reconditioned 2C/3C engines with upgraded injector pumps (22100-54110X) are strongly recommended over used units due to universal wear patterns. For the KF80 series, remanufactured 2KD-FTV & 1GD-FTV engines include revised EGR coolers (17441-0L010-R) and reinforced injector seals - critical updates mandated by ENG-22-07 and applied identically across all trim levels.
Every engine undergoes series-specific validation: 2C/3C units are bench-tested for idle stability and smoke output; KF80 diesels are verified for EGR flow rates and turbo spool consistency across the full 150-204 HP power band.
Our stocked engines reflect series-wide reliability upgrades, not trim-specific fixes:
All units undergo 3-hour bench dyno testing: KF4x engines verified at 1,500-4,000 RPM for smoke and oil pressure; KF80 engines tested across full load cycles (idle to 100% torque) with ECU diagnostics confirming no stored codes for EGR or fuel systems.
Standard 12-month, unlimited-mileage warranty covering all Tamaraw engine families. Key inclusions and exclusions are defined by series-wide technical bulletins:
Engine Finders is a price comparison website - warranty terms are set exclusively by our accredited UK engine rebuilders. Final coverage is determined by engine family, mileage, and documented adherence to Toyota’s series-specific rebuild protocols (TIS KF4x/KF80).
When your engine fails, Toyota Tamaraw engine works can restore performance at a fraction of the cost of a brand-new engine. From diagnostics to rebuild, here's how experts ensure optimal results.
1. Disassembly & Inspection: Block is magnafluxed for cracks; N47D20C blocks from 2015-16 scanned for micro-fractures near cam carrier (common in high-mileage Tamaraws). All oil galleries drilled & flushed.
2. Critical Component Replacement: Timing chain kit (OEM 11347585994 tensioner + reinforced rails), EGR cooler (brazed aluminium), and turbo seals (Garrett P/N 743345-5004S) installed - even if visually intact.
3. Machining & Prep: Crank journals polished to 0.4µm Ra finish; cylinder bores honed to plateau finish (220° crosshatch) using Sunnen MBS-300 - required for Tamaraw’s high-compression (16.5:1) N47 variants.
4. Assembly with Tamaraw-Specific Torque Sequence: Main caps torqued in 3 stages (40Nm → 90° → 90°); cylinder head bolts use 30Nm → 90° → 90° + 15° (unlike 116d’s 25Nm spec) - verified with Toyota TIS 12-04-2018.
5. Bench Testing & Calibration: Engine run on dyno for 45 mins; oil pressure checked at 2,000rpm (min. 3.2 bar). ECU remap loaded with Tamaraw-specific fuel map (P/N 89661-06070) to prevent over-fuelling on startup.
6. Final QC & Documentation: Compression test (min. 32 bar), leak-down (≤8%), and smoke test. Each engine receives digital log with torque records, part numbers, and video of cold-start test - critical for UK MOT compliance.