Re: Nate's Micellaneous Vehicle Thread
More work complete, more work to do.
The 4Runner decided to blow a headgasket. So that is going to be getting yet another engine swap. Can you hear my excitement? When the new engine goes in I will be using headers instead of the stock exhaust system. On the 3.0 V6 motors there is an exhaust crosspipe that passes behind the heads. It heats up cylinder 6 and causes warpage of the heads. You can even see in the attached pic that one of the cylinders has quite literally been steam cleaned. With headers, I can delete the crosspipe and hopefully eliminate head warpage. More on that later though. I still have to source a new engine.
In more exciting news. The Mustang is registered and finally on the road. I installed a new clutch, brakes all around, and took it to work for a new set of tires. It's not a GT or a Cobra, but it is still plenty fun to drive. Most importantly, my brother now has a reliable vehicle to get him around town. It still needs some minor suspension work, and possibly some performance exhaust work in the future. But for now, I can finally take a break from this project.
Coming soon. My parents picked up a 1992 Subaru SVX with a blown motor. Somehow I have to revive this vehicle for yet another sibling who will be getting a license soon. Stay tuned.
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