Will an '83 12A work in a '79?
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Will an '83 12A work in a '79?
I'm trying to restore a 1979 Limited. However, the engine is giving me nothing but problems. I have an '83 parts car with a motor that run wonderfully. Will the motor from the '83 drop into my '79? I know they have different carbs and alternators, but I didn't know if they were interchangeable. Thanks!
Yes. Connections to the distributor may be different, but IIRC everything will bolt up fine. 79 rear irons do not have the oil pressure sender, while the 83 will. I can't remember if there is any issues with thermal reactors and exhaust passages in the irons. Everything major, ie mounts and spacing will be the same.
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Yes. Connections to the distributor may be different, but IIRC everything will bolt up fine. 79 rear irons do not have the oil pressure sender, while the 83 will. I can't remember if there is any issues with thermal reactors and exhaust passages in the irons. Everything major, ie mounts and spacing will be the same.
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