I was just wondering if anybody out there knows if a 6V71 Detroit would fit in an '81-'87 truck without too much modification ( a little bit is okay). Also, I'm wondering if such a swap would be a good idea reliability-wise. I understand that an inline motor is inherently the best-balanced of engine designs, so an inline may be better. I've also heard a few not-so-wonderful things about the Detroits from truck drivers I know... most prefer a Cummins or Cat.

Just curious.

Gregg