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Old 07-06-2013, 11:52 AM
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Question 603.97 vs 603.971 engines

Are the 603.971 engines more reliable than the 603.97. I need to replace the engine in a 91 350 SDL. Also thinking of looking around for a used 603.961. Which is the best choice? Will the engines interchange? I heard the only thing needed for a .961 engine swap was motor mounts, is this correct? What is needed for .97 to .971 exchange?

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Old 09-19-2013, 10:40 AM
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The .971 has a higher redline than the .970. The turbocharger is different (vacuum control vs pressure control). Other then that they should be about the same I'd think. There might be a difference in the oil pan

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Old 09-21-2013, 03:13 AM
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Very late US .971s supposedly came with updated rods.

Dipstick position is different but of no consequence.

The .960 is also a swappable block.

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