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Re: 2000 Nissan Xterra 3.3 Lifter Noise And Low Oil Pressre
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 11/2/2017

The engine was probably ran hot until it quit. Now after head gasket was repaired, the bearings are shot. Who knows how long the PO ran it until it quit. I would assume the rings are also shot from overheating. I would for sure try to find a used engine, I try... Login to read more.