robert1965

I loved my truck, I'm happy that toyota is doing right by us but am also a little irritated. my single cab 2.7 4x4 had newer engine, header, centerforce clutch, filter charger etc. now i have to start over, i don't want a new truck, do i buy a pre tacoma with a v-6. how strong is that engine, 5 speed, frame etc. how much bang do headers give it. or do i get a even older truck, i want to spend 6,000 or so on the truck and the rest on building it what would you do. thanks

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whokrz

The V6 before 1996 is the 3.0 and I would not recommend getting it. It is under powered for a V6, your 2.7 had more power. It also is not to great on gas. It is known for blowing head gaskets and Toyota had a recall on the head gasket. 1996+ had the 3.4 which is a good engine.
If you want power and pre tacoma you are looking at a engine swap, the 2.7, 3.4, and lexus 4.0 (1uzfe) is pretty common. If you decide on a engine swap I would look at the lexus 4.0. It is a V8, has great power, lasts along time, gets good mileage, weighs in around your old 2.7 due to the aluminum block and it is common in junk yards for cheap.

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