Faults:

Repairs to date include a new head @130,000 miles (my fault... I didn't keep up on the antifreeze maintenance), a new heater core this week, U-joints, alternator, the usual PM parts... brakes, battery, belts, tune up parts, wheel bearings, and CV shafts.

I rebuilt the motor @186,000 miles, because I wanted to, not because I had to.

The rear quarters are starting to show some rust, but that is expected in New England. Considering I didn't have it undercoated when I bought it, I think it has survived quite well.

General Comments:

A very dependable vehicle. I have been driving 75 miles a day to and from work, in all kinds of weather, depended upon it to get me to fire and ambulance calls on a daily basis, and given it a thorough workout on many occasions (I once towed a 10 ton dump truck with it).

Its 4x4 capability has never failed me.

The horsepower is not the same as say a Toyota supercharged 3.4, but I have repeatedly taken a Nissan V-6 off the line.

I am very disappointed in the lack of aftermarket parts for this particular model. The only things I've been able to find are a 2" body lift kit, a rear bumper and a K&N air filter. Thankfully, I've been able to fabricate whatever I've needed.