6.9 engine swap, different engines

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Oct 28, 2008 | 12:53 AM

junkyardkid2002

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6.9 engine swap, different engines

my mechanic swapped in an 87 6.9 to my 85. the engine came from a box truck with a van front, my truck is a ramp truck f-359. the problem is the motor mounts. the engine now sits 2 inches higher, can i use f-series mounts? the engines are different.

thanks in advance

Oct 28, 2008 | 03:18 AM

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I COULD BE WRONG!
But I don't think the engines are different, you should be able to bolt all of the F-ser. mounts to the motor.
Someone on here will know for sure.

Oct 28, 2008 | 07:59 AM

fellro86

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If I recall, it is an issue with the said mounts, and the oil cooler, otherwise, the engines are the same.

Oct 28, 2008 | 10:49 AM

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The van and truck had different exhaust headers and oil coolers. Swap those and you should be able to run the truck mounts.

Oct 28, 2008 | 05:51 PM

Dave Sponaugle

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From: Nutter Fort, WV

junkyardkid2002,
Welcome to FTE and the IDI diesel forum.

The F series oil cooler and exhaust manifolds will bolt right on the engine as well as the motor mounts.

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