all MV code 2.1 engines are the same , ( exhaust is different if in a
Syncro Van )

since both have manual transmission you'll be fine ..both engines will
have the right lower engine mounting studs (they're shorter on engines
that go with an auto trans, 'normal one's < sightly longer > go with
manual transmission. )

I should slide right in.  Somehow I always find things that need
attention though- either to the new engine or the van while the engine
is out.

scott

On 12/6/2012 3:40 PM, J Stewart wrote:
> I think I have finally found a suitable 2.1 for my '89 Blue Star, it is from an '86 and was pulled to do a Subie conversion. Came from a 4 speed, mines a 4 speed. Are there any reasons a 2.1 from an '86 shouldn't just slide right in to an '89? Thanks, Jeff
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