ddk114 Posted December 25, 2014 Share Posted December 25, 2014 I have in my possession a 1980 DM model truck with an EM6-237 engine. The block is cracked horizontally behind the oil filters. Against my advice, the former owner insisted I repair it with JB Weld. I'll give you two seconds to guess how long that lasted. The ultimate question is there any later engines that will slip right back into that chassis without a ton of modifications to make it a farm truck? The engine in it now is a red oxide color. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/38209-1980-dm-needs-new-motor/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACKS Posted December 25, 2014 Share Posted December 25, 2014 A good welder might be able to repair it,worth a shot. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/38209-1980-dm-needs-new-motor/#findComment-271752 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted December 25, 2014 Share Posted December 25, 2014 why not replace with another 237?? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/38209-1980-dm-needs-new-motor/#findComment-271796 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddk114 Posted December 25, 2014 Author Share Posted December 25, 2014 What will I be exactly looking for: E6, EM6, four valve, two valve? Kinda get a little confused on different nomenclatures that identify different years. All I know for sure is that it has a plate that says EM6-237. The last thing that I want to do is starting switching frame mounts, ect.? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/38209-1980-dm-needs-new-motor/#findComment-271797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted December 25, 2014 Share Posted December 25, 2014 The 237 is a 2 valve engine. A EM6-237 is just the later ID for a ENDT-675,You shouldn't have any trouble finding another to replace it. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/38209-1980-dm-needs-new-motor/#findComment-271807 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigdogtrucker Posted December 26, 2014 Share Posted December 26, 2014 I'd say stick with a 237 also,great engine.Especially for your use! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/38209-1980-dm-needs-new-motor/#findComment-271816 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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