tjs4x4
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- 1991
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- Ford
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- 4.0L
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- Manual
Ok, so I haven't been over here very much. I've asked a few questions here and there. I love this forum. It's fantastic. Now, I must ask a few more questions regarding my aging explorer. Its a '91 5 speed with most likely over 220K miles on the original engine. I now have some exhaust issues that need dealt with. I'm sure its an easy fix, sounds like a rattle, probably something that's rusted through underneath and is now loose.
My question(s): would it be easier to just DIY the exhaust rattle, especially if its just a broken hanger or a rusted shield, and sell the beast for a newer model X OR would it be worth it to restore the beast with a different motor? I know the 5.0's will fit, tight, but they'll fit, are there any other engines that fit the 1st gens? I'm not hung up on this one, I mean, I like it for camping trips, and general driving, its my daily driver. If I DO sell, I'd like to buy another X. Any newer years that don't have too many problems?
My question(s): would it be easier to just DIY the exhaust rattle, especially if its just a broken hanger or a rusted shield, and sell the beast for a newer model X OR would it be worth it to restore the beast with a different motor? I know the 5.0's will fit, tight, but they'll fit, are there any other engines that fit the 1st gens? I'm not hung up on this one, I mean, I like it for camping trips, and general driving, its my daily driver. If I DO sell, I'd like to buy another X. Any newer years that don't have too many problems?