3.0ltr or 3.5ltr ?

[suspat]

G'day I'm seriously considering buying a mid 90's Pajero. Is the 3.5ltr a better motor than the 3.0ltr. Is it more economical? I've heard it's a major job just replacing spark plugs on these motors? Are ther any inherent problems with these cars?

[scooby_74]

3ltr can burn valves every 100k and no where as powerfull as 3.5
3.5 motor costs 3 times what it does a 3ltr to rebuild and yes you have to lift the inlet to do the plugs on a 3.5 but thats only every 100k if im not wrong

[NJV6]

My 3.5 burnt a valve and no you don't need to take the inlet manifold off to get the plugs. 100k plugs. It is not rally a major to do, easily in a half hour if you have done it before, prob a couple the 1st time!

Cam belt can be a bit of a job to do. Good motor, revs nicely and very smooth. Good torque.

From what I believe they are more economical than the 3 if driven normally, I know they can drink however.

3.5's also get worn valve stems like any mitsi motor - you'd think one day they'd get it right.

I'd buy another one no hesitation.