Engine replacement...worth it?

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Buying a house and I'm selling my 02 Durango R/T, which I use for occasional towing of my 88 Samurai Trail rig with (with 85 toy axles :cheers:). Can't afford the Durango and house, so I'm looking for a cheaper but reliable transportation. I'd ideally like to get a newer Taco, but I don't see that happening, so I've been looking for 92-95 Hilux's. Although I stumbled accross a 1997 Taco xtra cab, 4-cyl, 4 wd, ac, 197k, former salvage vehicle, but needs an engine for $1,500. Worth it to through a nother 4 popper in there for under a $1k if the body and frame are still in good condition? Could that 4 popper tow the Samurai on a light trailer once or twice a year?

Oh and this is the best smilie... :bust: Thats why i got rid of the Sami axles for Toys

Koko
 
Could that 4 popper tow the Samurai on a light trailer once or twice a year?

Sure, but it wouldnt tow it fast anywhere except DOWN HILL!

Look for and buy an older cheap ford of chevy with a V8. With the gas prices what they are you should be able to find one cheap!



TB
 
I don't recommend it if you are towing far or through the hills. I have enough trouble towing with my 3.4 v6 to doubt the 2.7.
 

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