Sounds like what mine was doing prior to replacing the spark plug wires. The pulse was grounding out on the engine before it could get to the spark plug. It was especially bad when there was a lot of moisture around. Is it more likely to happen to you when it has rained? Even morning dew was...
I ordered a pair on Amazon. Strongarm Lift support struts. They are working well but I wish they were a bit stronger. Definitely beats wacking my head though.
I had a local shop in rural NC do it for $230 with the kit I brought them. Bought the kit (T belt, tensioner, water pump etc) years ago to install myself but couldn't get the crankshaft bolt off. The kit sat on the shelf until I shredded the belt this summer.
Year: 2000
Tire Size:285 75 16 Yokohamas
Gear Ratio: dunno
2WD or 4WD: 4wd
Modifications that affect MPG: Lift and roof rack.
Current highway fuel economy: about 15 mpg
Automatic or manual transmission: auto
4 cyl or 6 cyl: 6
Definitely not a well maintained vehicle but it doesn't miss...