Seems a waste to part it out if in otherwise good condition, without first trying the "steam clean" recommended. It would also be good ammo against the anti-WVO nuts on forums if you/we could restore the engine (ie stop the oil consumption).

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1983 300SD with bad undercarriage rust, with old greasecar 2-tank conversion. About 200K miles, just an adolescent but with premature bone disease.