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Replace Cracked 99 53 Engine w/ 2001 HO?

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Old 02-12-2014, 07:09 PM
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Replace Cracked 99 53 Engine w/ 2001 HO?

Still looking for a known good used replacement engine and saw a 2001 HO reasonable, will there be any issues with cam position sensor or anything else?
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Just curious, how many miles were on it when she cracked?
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Around 138,000.
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Why not find a 03 to drop in?
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I would like to keep it quick and simple, is that an easy swap?
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99 has a crank sensor. U will need to change a few things around wiring related and need the ECM from donor truck
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