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used engine for 98 Cutlass 3.1L vin M

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Sam

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Feb 19, 2013, 10:47:32 AM2/19/13
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I plan on installing a used engine in a 98 Olds Cutlass (6 cyl, 3.1L Vin M) due to a failed lower intake manifold gasket (coolant contaminated oil) which led to at least one failed rod bearing. An inventory search on local junkyard sites seem to match only the Malibu and Cutlass engines as replacements. I have found in my research that this engine is also used in various other GM vehicles, such as the Chevy Lumina and Monte Carlo.

My questions are as follows:

Can I install an engine from the Lumina, Monte Carlo or other 3.1L vin M engine in my 98 Cutlass?

What changes would I need to make to install these other 3.1L vin M engines in my 98 Cutlass? Engine mounts, etc.

Since these engines are suspect to lower intake manifold gasket failure, how can I best inspect a used engine to make sure it has not leaked coolant into the oil and vice versa?

Any additional help is appreciated.

Thank you.

Sam Labash
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