is that an issue with these engines? i was talking to a well known 'starquest' engine builder and he said to be weary about it once he heard my monty was at 170k. i wasn't even aware the montero had balance shafts, honestly, haha.

'87 swb 5spd 2.6L Montero, >150k miles. Pretty much bone stock as purchased from user ToddStidham1, 'cept some Hella 500's, 700's and Hella ECE headlight conversions.

6'4", 315lbs