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Sorry if this has been discussed. I have to work later tonight and I don't have time to do the research.
Anyway, I found a 2nd Gen Explorer with a 4.0 OHV engine, its got a ceramic/black plastic intake. So, I'm not certain of the exact year of the truck but it is a push rod motor. after a quick Wikipedia search I found the OHV 4.0 remained in production until 2001. That being said, does that mean I can complete the swap as if it were a 1st gen Explorer ? I mean, as far as I know I can either simply swap the computer/engine harness and have it running. On the other hand, would I have issues doing a complete re-wire of the entire truck if I decide to go that route ? I'll be keeping my Mitsubishi 5 speed and electronic 4x4 for the time being, my BII is a '90 2.9L.
Forgive me, but I just want to be certain this engine is EXACTLY the same as the 1st gen before I attempt to buy this Explorer.
Thanks for any advice.
Anyway, I found a 2nd Gen Explorer with a 4.0 OHV engine, its got a ceramic/black plastic intake. So, I'm not certain of the exact year of the truck but it is a push rod motor. after a quick Wikipedia search I found the OHV 4.0 remained in production until 2001. That being said, does that mean I can complete the swap as if it were a 1st gen Explorer ? I mean, as far as I know I can either simply swap the computer/engine harness and have it running. On the other hand, would I have issues doing a complete re-wire of the entire truck if I decide to go that route ? I'll be keeping my Mitsubishi 5 speed and electronic 4x4 for the time being, my BII is a '90 2.9L.
Forgive me, but I just want to be certain this engine is EXACTLY the same as the 1st gen before I attempt to buy this Explorer.
Thanks for any advice.
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