After passing the 530K on my black '97 SAS'd Sport I found out today that #3 is down to 80psi. Sigh. Engine rebuild or replacement time.

I've managed to find some information on sticking a 6G74 in older stuff but no answers for more recent vehicles.

I have an opportunity to pick up a complete 2000 SOHC 3.5L with 50K out of a Montero Sport for a reasonable price. No wireing, starter, air conditioner, of course. I won't be doing the swap so I need to know how complex this may be before deciding on going down this path.

My current Sport is a '97 LS 5-speed V5MT1-6.

What I think I know is the engine should bolt in fine without modifications. Trans/bell housing/starter are direct bolt-ups. Accessory mounts from the 3.0 bolt to the 3.5 as well as the accessories. I think all the wiring will also plug directly into the 3.5 sensors. ECU?

Feedback? What am I missing?

Edward