Toyota GD6 Engine Guide: 2.8 1GD-FTV Power, Problems and Replacement Options
The Toyota GD6 2.8 1GD-FTV diesel: power figures, common problems and replacement options for Hilux, Fortuner and others.
Category: Engine Guides
Complete Guide to the BMW M50: Specs, Reliability and Why It Is Still a Favourite
BMW M50 inline-six specs, reliability and common faults, and why it is still a favourite for E36 and E34 owners.
Common Toyota BEAMS Engine Problems: Oil Use, Sensors and Swap Mistakes
Oil use, sensor faults and common swap mistakes on Toyota BEAMS engines, and how to avoid them when fitting a replacement.
Complete Guide to the Toyota Camry 3.0 V6 Engine: Specs, Reliability and Weak Points
Toyota Camry 3.0 V6 specs, reliability and the hidden weak points worth checking before you buy a car or replacement engine.
Opel Corsa 1.4 Engine Problems: Causes, Symptoms and Fixes
The real causes behind common Opel Corsa 1.4 engine problems, the symptoms they show and the fixes that work.
Audi Engine Codes Explained (EA113, EA888, TFSI, TDI): Years, Power and Models
Audi EA113, EA888, TFSI and TDI engine families explained: years, power ranges and how to match the right code to your car.
VW VR6 Engine Reliability: Chains, Cooling and Head Gaskets
VW VR6 reliability explained: timing chains, cooling and head gaskets, and what each repair usually involves.
Ford Ranger 2.5 Diesel Engine Problems in SA: Parts and Turnaround
Common Ford Ranger 2.5 diesel engine faults in South Africa, the parts involved and how long a repair or swap usually takes.
Ford Fiesta ST Engine: Performance, Reliability, and What Buyers Should Know
How the Ford Fiesta ST engine performs, how reliable it is with age and what buyers and mechanics should check first.
Isuzu 280 Turbo Diesel Engine: Reliability, Common Problems, and Buying Guide
Isuzu 280 turbo diesel reliability, the problems it is known for and what to check when buying one for a bakkie or light truck.