question about motor options
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So Ill be looking to get a newer Toyota pickup next summer and I was wondering what motor to look for. Ive seen alot of people bash the 3.0, why is that? Should I just stick with the 22R/22RE?
the 22R/22RE wont have a prob in an extended cab with bigger tires and a lift will it?
the 22R/22RE wont have a prob in an extended cab with bigger tires and a lift will it?
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What year are you looking for? The 3.0 is a great engine,it is just weak. The only thing to watch out for with the 3,0 is the headgasket problem. Make sure it has been done.The 22R/RE is even weaker but bombproof. If you want more power then I would get a 96 or newer with the 3.4. Hope this helps.
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i wouldn't call a 22R a weak motor. it's pretty powerful for a small 4 cylinder, especially in its heyday. of course it's not going to be the quickest in a 4runner, let alone a heavy beast of a 2nd gen
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Im not looking for speed or fast acceleration. Im looking for a motor that will take abuse every day and wont sweat it, and will be able to get me out of the mud if I get stuck and gets good gas milage.
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Originally Posted by Mudfreak
So Ill be looking to get a newer Toyota pickup next summer and I was wondering what motor to look for. Ive seen alot of people bash the 3.0, why is that? Should I just stick with the 22R/22RE?
the 22R/22RE wont have a prob in an extended cab with bigger tires and a lift will it?
the 22R/22RE wont have a prob in an extended cab with bigger tires and a lift will it?
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So the 22R/22RE and the 3.0 are motors that can take abuse every day all day? When Im in the mud its WOT all the time
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