Outer Limits 4x4 Board

I have about 370K on my '89 3.0L in the U.S. Oil and filter every 2500mi - 4000K. No engine problems, but I have blown heater and radiator hoses. I would replace or carry spares (and water). The radiators tend to cause problems as well. I try to use de-mineralized water.

I hate to be the middle man, but the theory is over my head. I posted the actual experience on 4X4wire and received this response: " Quote: I also had the EFI tinkered with and certain settings adjusted I can't remeber what the techo did exactly. That sounds rather vague.... I'd really like to know ...

Thank you for that. I really appreciate getting hands on experience. We can all argue about how many angels can dance on the head of a pin, but unless we've danced with them, it's just a guess.

The exhaust system on my '95 NJ needs help. As long as I need to work on it, I thought I'd install headers and a larger mandrel bent system. Apparently this may not improve performance (4X4 low end torque). I get conflicting opinions from my friend/engine builder and another forum: http://www ...

What sort of roof rack is that? I have an NJ. I'd like to put a rack on it, but I don't want to drill holes.

It's wise to change all water hoses. Cooling is always an issue. Some owners pre-emptively pull and rod radiator. Some 3.0 owners in the U.S. are having radiators rebuilt as 3-cores. Interesting comment. I've been slugging through soft sand in 40 degree temperatures, and my temperature gauge didn't ...

It's wise to change all water hoses. Cooling is always an issue. Some owners pre-emptively pull and rod radiator. Some 3.0 owners in the U.S. are having radiators rebuilt as 3-cores. Engine should last a long time if oil/filter changes are regular. I change at 2500 miles in the states and 4000K here.

Why not go to the 24V 3.0 SOHC engine? That's the one I intend to pursue.

I have a dead (badly overheated) 4D56-T. Yesterday (first day) I found several engines in Brisbane for $2700-3000 plus 5-600 for installation. All had 6 month/10000K guarantees.
http://www.dieselspares.com.au/ has rebuild kits.