4.0L V8 from an olds aurora will bolt directly to our trans or the rodeo 5 speed trans which still works with our tod transfer case.
That sounds like a winning match, EtlSport!!! Although, I'd love to see a classic small block GM family 350 C.I or 400 C.I. be squeezed into a VX cavity. Whatever goes under the hood; it undoubtedly should come from the GM family bloodline, since Isuzu has distinct family ties to GM over the years.
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TOD works okay with the 5 speed? I was only getting around 10-15mpg before so I am not sure the mpg can get much worst. I drive about 60m pre day on a lot of back country roads with crazy hills and winding roads. Fun to drive on but a bitch on mpg. I was thinking what ever would be easier and cheaper to of course. I was quoted by two difference shops on rebuilds and used motor replacement and the price range is 3500.00 for just rebuild alone so what is expensive I guess it is all relative. 4.0 would be a good option too.
The tranny we have can't handle more than 275hp right?