Engine replacement?

Tiny
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  • 2004 ACURA TSX
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 320,000 MILES
Hello! I have the vehicle listed above that I absolutely love but it’s got about 320,000 miles, and I don’t want to let it go. I was wondering (I don’t know too terribly much about the internal parts of cars) if I could swap the engine for one that has about 50,000 miles on it. I don’t plan on selling it, ever, so I don’t mind it not matching my odometer or have to worry about the headache of explaining the situation to a potential buyer. I’m starting a new job that is about 50 minutes away and I want to make sure I have a reliable car that I love to drive without having to buy a whole entire car. I would love any helpful info for this decision!
Friday, May 19th, 2023 AT 10:36 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

If the replacement engine is from the same year, make, and model, and it is the same size, you can switch them.

Is the engine in the vehicle causing problems? I ask because highway driving is easy on an engine, and you may get a lot more out of the present engine.

Let me know.

Joe
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Friday, May 19th, 2023 AT 11:27 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for the reply!

The current engine isn’t causing me any issues but with that many miles, I wanted to get ahead of the problem. I live in the cut where I have a good bit of country roads before I get to the highway.
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Saturday, May 20th, 2023 AT 4:14 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

I understand. If you continue to maintain the present engine, you should be okay for a while. However, I understand your concerns. If it gets to the point you want to replace the engine, I attached the directions below. I hope they help.

Take care and let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

Joe

See pics below.
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Saturday, May 20th, 2023 AT 9:32 PM
Tiny
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Thank you so incredibly much!
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Saturday, May 20th, 2023 AT 10:03 PM
Tiny
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You are very welcome. If we get to that point, let me know. I'll do my best to help.

Take care of yourself,

Joe
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Sunday, May 21st, 2023 AT 12:07 AM

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