When did the iron duke switch from the v-8 bellhousing bolt pattern to the 60 degree v-6 pattern? Was the date different in different applications?
I'm looking for one with the v-8 pattern and as little as possible in the way of electronics, so what sort of donor vehicle should I keep an eye out for?
Might the 153 be a better choice? I know they were all v-8 pattern and being older, they should be simpler, but how do they compare for reliability, durability, fuel efficiency, etc? I'm not too concerned about power. Either engine in stock form should be powerful enough.
