Ok, diagnosis is in, and I need a new engine. We all thought no problem, but my shop and all they've called (including isuzu) say it's a different engine than the 3.5 trooper. I would like a no **** word on what engines are plug and play compatible with the vx. Not the axiom, not a rebadged Acura, not any "it should" anecdotes of rodeo 3.2s, but a no bs "I specifically had (blank) installed in my vx."

The only options I have now, if this "trooper 3.5 incompatible" is to be believed, is a new one from isuzu, and I have a quote of $11k. I can buy TWO freaking new VXes with that. And a vx specific engine from out of state with about70k on it. Things would be a lot easier if I can get some concrete word on trooper 3.5s and why in the world anyone(isuzu!) would say they won't fit. Please. Thanks x infinity.