The Yamaha 4.4 V8 is a fine powerplant - great torque through a broad range and - for the mostpart (>2006 ser #s), highly reliable. Be prepared however, that certain parts prices (eg. PS, starter, pulleys, tensioner, and various odds 'n ends inherent to that particular motor) are - how you say, disc...

The V8 has a wonderful driveability to it. Reliability post-counterbalance shaft problem (after certain serial #s in 2006 production) was all in all pretty solid. The Denso starters can have eventual issues leading to that inordinate draw. There are rebuilt units listed by many, however getting your...