Toyota 3L Diesel New AMC Cylinder Head 1988-1997 Hilux, HiAce, Prado 11101-54131

Product Overview

Restore the power and reliability of your Toyota 3L 2.8L diesel with a brand-new AMC cylinder head. Designed as a direct replacement for OEM heads prone to cracking and overheating, AMC’s improved casting ensures stronger performance, improved cooling, and a longer service life.

Available in two configurations:

• Bare Casting for those who want to build their own setup with custom valves and springs
• Complete Head (Loaded) that comes pre-assembled with camshaft(s), with valves, with valve springs, with valve guides, valve seats, and pre chambers, and is ready to install 

Key Features & Benefits

• Exact OEM fitment designed to Toyota factory specs for seamless install
• Stronger Casting with AMC metallurgy resists cracking and warping common to factory heads.
• Restores reliability & performance, eliminates black smoke, overheating, and loss of compression from failed heads.

Fitment

Installation Notes:

• Always replace the head gasket, head bolts or studs, and timing components during the installation process.
• Verify proper torque sequences to factory specifications.
• For Bare Casting, a professional valve train assembly is recommended before installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

Are AMC's cylinder heads better than the OEM Toyota ones?
Yes, AMC heads are engineered with stronger alloys and improved cooling passages, solving many of the issues that plagued the factory castings.

Do I need new head bolts or studs?
Yes, head bolts are torque-to-yield and should never be reused. We recommend pairing this head with a new Toyota OEM or ARP stud kit.

Is OEM 11101-54131 the recommended replacement for OEM 11101-54130?
Yes, the 11101-54131 replaced 11101-54130 mid-year in 1992.