88-91 2.3L 140ci direct swap for a 87' 2.3L ?

[P.McKenna]

I found a Remanufactured 2.3L 140ci for a damn good price but I would have to ship it from Texas to SoCal. I need to know before I spend the cash if its a direct swap, I just need to make they are not an 8 bolt main or will need different wiring harness. I have never done a RBV or BBV engine swap so this is why I am here .

Any help would be much appreciated

 

[Ranger44]

No, the 89' up is an 8 plug head. While the earlier is just 4 plugs.

The pulley system and brackets are also different.

So is the ignition system.

Look for a 85'-87' engine.

 

[P.McKenna]

Thanks for the info, I put a deposit down on a good running 87' 2.3L @ my local Salvage yard. Thanks again for the info