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I think you are absolutely right to get a second opinion. That tail gate and rear cross member are key. I'll send you a PM.

Hello Roy, Welcome to the Forum. There are not many kits available. I believe a place in Barnstaple supplies one. And there are removable 'pods' available. Are you going side conversion or rear conversion ? There is a lot of work involved in the carpentry / converting, just cutting the plywood accurately is quite a challenge If you want gas and electric available, than more skills are necessary. As your vehicle will be a grey import, most official Toyota dealers will not work on it. Make sure you have access to a capable mechanic that will; especially if you go hybrid. Good Luck.

Hello Charlie, Just one other point, which may not be relevant but could be vital. A pop top will increase the height of the vehicle. Obvious, I know. But if Plymouth is like Torbay, or other coastal towns, that increase in height may just prevent you from entering any car parks with height restriction barriers. Without a pop top, I have less than 5 cms, and that is assuming the barrier is at the height stated and is level ! I have a huge beach side car park near me, and many campers cannot enter it ! Everywhere else ? Double yellows ! I would agree with other members, think twice. However easy is it to climb up, as you get older ....... Consider a tent, or an awning. Awnings are not easy to get for Alphies, but many members have fabricated their own roofattachment rails. Search for awnings, there's lots to read !

Do you know which cylinder bank has the issue. From the front of the engine bay; is it the near bank or far bank ? This engine was also fitted to a Lexus. Try and find a qualified Toyota Master Technician who has worked on Camry and Lexus cars There is one in Bodmin; it might be worth giving him a call to see if he has any contacts near you. There must be someone capable in The Midlands. I'll find his name; I know it is a silly one ! DyerNostics, Toyota Specialist

What mileage has it covered ? Has it been over revved ?

Sorry, but what does jacking when I stop the car mean ? Are you using water ? Any misfiring ?

Any, or all of the above.

Which gasket ? If it is a head gasket there will probably be a milky substance in the oil filler cap. You will be getting water from the exhaust pipe and using a lot of water as a result. Explain what symptoms you are experiencing.

When I checked Geralt's link above there were two more engines available, from different sources, at a lower cost. It will be important, if possible, to discover the history of any engine you are considering. A business seller should be able to offer a warranty.

Hello Tony, Welcome to the Forum.

Hello Dave, Welcome to the Forum.

I agree, Naeem, at Japanese MPV in Uxbridge, is very knowledgeable on Alphards. Full disclosure. I bought my MZ G there. I was so pleased with it I didn't even try to haggle on the price. I would not hesitate to recommend his company, first class vehicles, very knowledgeable and courteous service.

Hello Lee, So sorry to hear of your problem. Thanks for the advice. What is your current total mileage ? What fuel have you been using ? These engine flushes you have to have are, I assume, the liquid decarbonisation fluids ? Do you have an OBD ? Are you, or have you been, running rich ?

Hello Alison, Welcome to the Forum.

Hello Brian, Welcome to the Forum

IMHO, it wouldn't hurt to start doing your research asap. Better prepared (to discuss) than not.

Alphard Buy and Sell. The entry in the list above your entry

Hello Dz, Welcome to the Forum

Hello William, I have sent you a personal message with a suggestion of someone who may be able to help, or point you in the right direction. I suggest you give them a call; they are not a million miles from you. Perhaps you could visit them with a handful of photographs.

Hello Terry, Welcome to the Forum. Ask the vendor for the Toyota Handbook. They will be in Japanese, of course, but can be translated quite easily. Have you checked the Technical section ?

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NC500 mileage will not be high as many roads are little better then lanes with passing places. It is all about scenery, not mpg. Plan your fuel stops carefully, and you will need a loo on board.

Hello Chris, Welcome to the Forum

Picasso provided a part number for a similar problem in the last few days. Part was about 200 pounds. Not sure if that included the motor ! Good idea to have a look.

Did you ask him if he could fix it, or are you a diy buff ?