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I have an 86 Trooperw the gas engine that I am very fond of. My dad bought it in 87 and gave it to me on my 30th Birthday. I love the looks of it it. The paint is still in great shape (tan), the seats and doorpanels have all been recovered in comouflage. It looks good and has been very well maintained.
It has the original engine with welll over 400,000 miles, but I replaced the head about 4 years ago with a reman one. I think the head is leaking again, but I figure with that much mileage its time for a complete engine.
I am either going to sale my trooper or buy a long block to put in the vehicle. I live in upstate SC and was wondering if anyone knows of a good place to get a long block from that doesnt cost an arm and leg. I figure I will add about $500 to the long block price so I can replace the radiator, carb etc.... while im at it.
I just don't think I would be able to find a good reliable used motor for an 86.
Is there another motor that would be an easy swap?? Any suggestions or advice appreciated.
Thanks Preston
It has the original engine with welll over 400,000 miles, but I replaced the head about 4 years ago with a reman one. I think the head is leaking again, but I figure with that much mileage its time for a complete engine.
I am either going to sale my trooper or buy a long block to put in the vehicle. I live in upstate SC and was wondering if anyone knows of a good place to get a long block from that doesnt cost an arm and leg. I figure I will add about $500 to the long block price so I can replace the radiator, carb etc.... while im at it.
I just don't think I would be able to find a good reliable used motor for an 86.
Is there another motor that would be an easy swap?? Any suggestions or advice appreciated.
Thanks Preston