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Originally posted by gsxr
The 1990-95 six-cylinder 3.5L engines (OM603.97x) all have a stronger version of the head, and these very rarely have head or gasket problems. However as you probably know, *all* those 3.5L engines had weak connecting rods, which oval out the cylinders, requiring a MUCH more expensive fix - which is NOT a DIY project like the head. Luckily, the 3.5L engines provide good used heads for the 3.0L! :p They're scarce and not cheap ($800-$1200 typically, used, with cam & lifters if you're lucky).
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I'd still like to know what the newer and better engine number is for the 3.5L engines. OM603.97what?
There is one at work here, W126, a white one, and I just love the car.
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Warren
Currently 1965 220Sb, 2002 FORD Crown Vic Police Interceptor
Had 1965 220SEb, 1967 230S, 280SE 4.5, 300SE (W126), 420SEL
ENTER > = (HP RPN)
Not part of the in-crowd since 1952.
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