I'd be careful... I've heard of some that had a 3.5L as an option.Originally Posted by taylorRichie
This from http://consumerguideauto.howstuffwor...zu-rodeo-4.htm
"Depending on the model, a Rodeo could have a mild-mannered 4-cylinder engine with 5-speed manual shift, or a 205-horsepower 3.2-liter V6 with either the manual gearbox or a 4-speed automatic transmission. A 4-speed automatic transmission became available with the 2.2-liter I4 in 2001. New for 2004 is a 3.5 liter 250-hp V6 engine, which replaces Rodeo's 4-cylinder. "
I've done a lot of research on this.. the Rodeo 3.2L engine has a designation 6VD1(L). While the VX 99-01, Trooper 98-03, and Axiom 02-03, ALL had the designation 6VE1. I can't find the designation on the 3.5L DI engine that was offered only in the 04 Axiom or 04 Rodeo. It won't be the same as the VX/Trooper/Axiom's 6VE1. And the 04 Rodeo had a different upgraded engine like the 04 Axiom had/was upgraded with the DI, so it is not the same 6VE1, I'd call that place in Ogden and ask what that engine's designation # is.
If it's the 250HP V6, it won't fit/bolt right in the VX... different trans (aisin I think)and also ask what the VIN is on the engine... it has to have the 8th digit 'X' to fit the VX for sure.
So, just to recap... ANY 3.5L engine with designation 6VE1 AND the VIN's 8th digit is 'X' will fit/bolt right in our BELOVED VXes, the only problem MIGHT be the Intake/TB/ECU on the 230HP version from the 02-03 Axiom, which I will be finding THAT out in the next month or two when I do mine.
I hope this helps all.
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