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Old 02-01-2007, 07:01 AM
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Originally Posted by dieseljack
Yeah, from what I've heard at auto parts stores around town, it can't be done by hand cranking. So...that's a pain. I don't have the means to hook it up to a starter or tranny. I guess I'll just take it apart then!
- chuck an impact wrench onto the front crank bolt and use that to rotate the engine -

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Originally Posted by dieseljack

The year of the vehicle that this engine sat in is unknown. The only info I can find in the Bentley manual requires the VIN, which is obviously missing. There are some numbers on the block and head. Can these be used to determine engine age?
yeah - but I forget the translation - you should be able to find something on the web or call a friendly dealership - they should be able to tell you what you've got -
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