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Dec 10, 2010 | 11:13 PM

z28clone

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Question about Explorer motor

98 Explorer, 4.0L (VIN E motor) 4x4 AT, need a new motor. Junk yard has a cheap and working 4.OL motor but it is for a VIN X Explorer. What is the difference between the motors and what will I need to do to make it work for my Explorer? Thanks.

Dec 11, 2010 | 09:14 AM

smalltrucker

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The "E" motor is the SOHC version. The "X" motor is the OHV motor. Sounds like an easy swap but sure don't know.
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Dec 11, 2010 | 08:08 PM

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I believe you will have problems and the ECM might be the least of them. Stick with the original engine type/code for the fewest problems.

Dec 26, 2010 | 08:51 AM

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I went through this with my 01 Expy Sport, other things you need to look at are; the production date, 2wd or 4wd, and 2 or 4 door.

Dec 26, 2010 | 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Moto Mel

I believe you will have problems and the ECM might be the least of them. Stick with the original engine type/code for the fewest problems.

Agreed! Even though both engines have identical displacements, the Overhead Cam Engine has operational differences covered by the computer.

Dec 26, 2010 | 02:14 PM

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After further review, I retract my statement! Be like comparing a 302 Ford vs a Ceby 302, just not going to be that easy.
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