QuestionI have a 95 Olds. Cutlass Ciera SL with a 3.1L or 3100. I found a good deal on a 92 Olds. Cutlass Ciera S with a 3.3L. My question is are the engines interchangeable? My 3.1 in blown. I need an engine cheap and fast. It is for my mother in-law so she can move. Please help!!!!!
AnswerHi Duane,
Unfortunately, the transmission bell from a 3.1 won't match up to that of the 3.3. I'll include the interchange and notes for the '95 Olds for your benefit in finding another one. Your Ciera fits the "A" interchange listed below so when interchanging, use the notes for the A-Interchange
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CENTURY 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M")
CIERA 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M")
CUTLASS 93 6-191 (3.1L), VIN "M", upper, center AC mounting boss on block is not drilled and tapped
CUTLASS 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is not drilled and tapped
GRAND PRIX 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is not drilled and tapped
LUMINA CAR 95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is not drilled and tapped
MONTE CARLO 95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is not drilled and tapped
REGAL 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is not drilled and tapped
--------- B -----------
ACHIEVA 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M")
BERETTA 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M")
CORSICA 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M")
CUTLASS 93 6-191 (3.1L), VIN "M", upper, center AC mounting boss on block is drilled and tapped
CUTLASS 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is drilled and tapped
GRAND AM 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M")
GRAND PRIX 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is drilled and tapped
LUMINA CAR 95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is drilled and tapped
MONTE CARLO 95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is drilled and tapped
REGAL 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M"), upper, center AC mounting boss on block is drilled and tapped
SKYLARK 94-95 6-191 (3.1L, VIN "M")
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NOTES
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Chevrolet 3.1L (6-191).
VIN "M", option L82.
M.F.I.
FWD.
Distributorless ignition.
Change induction, exhaust & electrical systems as necessary.
Change upper intake manifold as needed.
Change oil pan & pickup as needed.
Some models available with an oil level sensor.
Mid '95 models have roller rocker arms.
|B| fits |A|; difference is |A| has a mounting boss for AC bracket that is not drilled and tapped. Switch crankshaft sensors as needed.
A -----------
Only 5 of the 6 A.C. mounting bosses on left side of block are drilled and tapped.
The upper center AC mounting boss is the one that is not drilled and tapped.
B -----------
All 6 A.C. mounting bosses on left side of block are drilled and tapped.
Good luck.
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Thanks for the question, I hope this information was helpful to you.
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