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Old 05-30-2012, 07:05 AM
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The problem this particular engine has is likely a failed timing chain tensioner or broken chain guide. That can be fixed for about $100 ( in parts), but will shortly lead to the timing chain jumping teeth and breaking if neglected. The 81-83 380 engine came with a weak single row chain- the 84-85 had a double row ( many earlier ones were upgraded, though). Do some research on M116 and M117 timing chains...

I really don't know how "swappable" the other engines are. The fuel systems are all different- the basic blocks are the same. My guess- only a guess, is that a euro 380 would be fairly easy, next would be a US 420 (both M116s)
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