Vicki needs a new heart...

[H3_VX]

I wish i had a good suggestion for you Mark, because I know how dissapointing it can be to have your VX motor die, its really not much fun.

Not to be harsh but this makes me feel better about mine blowing up. Whenever i tell people that i blew up the motor in my vehicle at 70k miles, they always just tell me, well if you didnt drive it as hard and offroad it as hard it probably would be fine. But you are the perfect example of a person who takes absolutely PERFECT care of his vehicle.

Definately look into the 3.7 H3 motor swap that the guys in Denver were talking about, and also look into the axiom swap as well, they seem like good options.

this is terrible news mark, i feel bad for Vicky and you. Let me know if there is anything i can help you with?

What guys in Denver are you referring to? I'm interested in joining that conversation. I would also like to know if I could replace the Isuzu transmission with a GM 4L60-E along with the LLR 3.7L.

[pbkid]

What guys in Denver are you referring to? I'm interested in joining that conversation. I would also like to know if I could replace the Isuzu transmission with a GM 4L60-E along with the LLR 3.7L.

I dont remember the specific thread but there was a shop in Denver that was working on doing a 3.7 H3 swap into the VX, and also working on a grand prix swap too, if i remember correctly. Maybe one of the forum search guru's can help us out?

[H3_VX]

I dont remember the specific thread but there was a shop in Denver that was working on doing a 3.7 H3 swap into the VX, and also working on a grand prix swap too, if i remember correctly. Maybe one of the forum search guru's can help us out?

VXKAT to the rescue perhaps?............

[evillecutter]

mine was idling like crap and i had all kinds of gas coming out the exhaust - sounded like it was misfiring or something and i was about 2 seconds from pulling off the intake manifold - i replaced the $20 idle control valve first, reset the computer, and it runs awesome now - did you replace the spark plug after the cylinder was filled with gas? reset the computer?

[MSHardeman]

Mine has been consistantly throwing a cylinder three misfire code, so I have a feeling the problem lies there. I have replaced the spark plug, and this past weekend I had the positive battery cable disconnected for most of the day on Saturday, but she's still running like poop. With no compression in the third cylinder, I'm concentrating my efforts there.

Haven't found anyone with a bore scope yet, but found a few cheap "scope" cameras on ebay that might do the trick for me to take a look in that cylinder to see if the valves are stuck open. Looked at the shop manual to see how to pull the valve covers off, and it basically tells me to take half the dang engine apart just to pull the cover. That doesn't seem to make sense to me, so I'm going to attempt to get it off without pulling the fan, fan clutch, timing belt covers and timing belt. Hopefully with the valve cover off I will be able to see if one of the valves is stuck.

[rsteinmetz70112]

Which side in #3 on? You probably only need to pull the valve cover on that side.

[VX crazy]

Wow, where the heck have I been?? I am so sorry to hear about this Mark!

[rsteinmetz70112]

Are the codes based on cylinder number or firing order?

[MSHardeman]

Are the codes based on cylinder number or firing order?

The code is "Cylinder Three Misfire Detected" so I believe it is tied to the cylinder and not the firing order. Also, my cylinder three spark plug is all boogered up with soot, while the others look just fine.

[Gizmo42]

Sorry to hear about Vicky. I dont have much to add on options for #3, a scope camera is the best option to figure out things without tearing the whole engine apart.

129 on #1 cylinder may not be all that low considering your elevation. It's been a long time since I've done a compression test on anything but I know it's always way lower then spec because of the altitude, and you are higher altitude then I am.

[Scott Larson]

I truly feel for anyone that blows an engine in anything, but it really is not the end of the world. All things mechanical eventually fail and what you do afterwards is what keeps things interesting. With all the possibilities that have been discussed on this forum and the countless others yet to be discovered, it's kinda like reincarnation of the mechanical kind. Im still waiting for the turbo-diesel conversion with a six speed manual...Maybe after I blow mine up!

[H3_VX]

I truly feel for anyone that blows an engine in anything, but it really is not the end of the world. All things mechanical eventually fail and what you do afterwards is what keeps things interesting. With all the possibilities that have been discussed on this forum and the countless others yet to be discovered, it's kinda like reincarnation of the mechanical kind. Im still waiting for the turbo-diesel conversion with a six speed manual...Maybe after I blow mine up!

I like optimistic people. Kudos. I'm not worried about mechanicals (tranny, engine, etc.) I'm just concerned about the cheap Isuzu frames that rot like its nobodies business. LOL! Mine is showing some pretty good rust. Just had to fix a rust hole last month in my rocker. Well, gonna have someone give me an estimate on sandblasting and por-15 before this winter. After my undercarriage is taken care of by a pro i'll be content with whatever else happens.

[Scott Larson]

I somehow got really lucky when I bought mine sight unseen. It came out of West Monroe Louisianna without a speck of rust, lots-o-miles, but no rust!

[H3_VX]

I somehow got really lucky when I bought mine sight unseen. It came out of West Monroe Louisianna without a speck of rust, lots-o-miles, but no rust!

LUCKY SOB. LOL!

[tomdietrying]

Mark, sorry to hear the news.
Peace.
Tom