should I keep my 5sfe or replace it

[bis_1315m]

So I'm in the middle of trying to decide if I should swap the motor for a lower mileage one or just ride this one out until it pops. Because I plan on driving from AZ to NC around this January. So here is some info on the current motor.

The motor currently has 190,000 and climbing. The car has zero leaks, gets decent gas mileage, shifts a little hard in first and second but nothing to noticeable, all the fluids are really clean. No engine lights.

I plan on doing a compression test soon.

So what do y'all think, do you think I can get another 100k out of this car or what.

And what are some other things I can check to make sure the motor can handle such a long trip.

thanks
Mike

[peshwa]

Your 5SFE looks like a real good car. I would obviously say "Keep it", as I believe "If it aint broken dont fix it!".
FWIW an unabused and well cared for camry should last you a long time very easily at least 300K.

[korrupt1]

well...being as nw as I am to camry/toyota world.....and given I bought a VERY high mileage camry (for a whopping $600!!) and mine is running like a dream at 275,xxx miles...I would say "keep it!!"

make sure you get all the particulars checked/replaced before you go

change oil/air filter
check your plugs and wires
test your hoses (coolant and heater type hoses..soft and spongy...replace before it blows out in the middle of nowhere)
change out your coolant and brake fluids, check your brake pads, inspect your radiator for any gunk
inspect all your tires and suspension components...uneven tire wear...alignment...worn bushings...replace

Inspect your trans and filter fluids...if funky colored...I would suggest just a drain and refill...found that flushing a higher mileage vehicle is more troublesome actually...since ATF is really a deteregent really...

inspect all your vacuum lines for any cracks or possible leaks.

if all checks out good....your ready to roll

[bis_1315m]

Wow that's pretty reassuring thanks for the advice.