I'm in the middle of a conundrum at the moment, as I think I might have a head gasket seeping when it's cold.... trying to decide to just replace the head gaskets, or go through with fresh bearings/rings/timing set/gaskets.... on one side of the coin, I've replaced all the brakes, put good tires on it, put a used front center section and new cv's and hubs, new shocks, and just monday I pulled the heater box and replaced the blend door, and the trans was rebuilt about 10-12k ago.... the flip side of the coin is: the normal electrical issue in the rear wiring for the rear wiper/door ajar, cracked windshield,still needs the e-brake shoes, and the transfer case either rebuilt or replaced with a used unit.....
for what I've got in it right now, either side of the coin would probably be a win. even though it may not be the most favorite vehicle I've ever owned, I have to admit that it's surprised me for it's durability and just a plain old tough little runt!