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Old Jan 29, 2012 | 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by craig997
I will if I can find one, but if I can't I want to get next best, and was just checking what that would be. I've seen a comment about post 2003 engines with better manifold or something, would this cause a problem, should I avoid?
most 2nd hand engines will come as a bear engine block. the better manifold you are referring to have a improved butterfly flap as they had a tendency to brake and get sucked into the engine.

it may be better/ cheaper to rebuild the engine you have.
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