Lauterec
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Swapping a '97 5.9 Magnum (with ECM) in my '78 Magnum with it's attached 46RE. I have a complete LA 360 at my disposal for parts. I have a couple of questions. I know I am going to need the oil pan off the LA motor, but can I also use the LA oil pump? Or do I need to get an aftermarket one for it to be compatible? I'm assuming I can't use the Magnum one as it's probably too deep. Second question is the mechanical fuel pump. I know the Magnum is not compatible with it, but I read somewhere that I can put an LA timing cover (which I have) and a "snout extension" for the cam to run the mechanical pump. Obviously the other option is buying an electronic fuel pump. I don't know what the better move is, I would like to do whatever is more reliable, and honestly I don't even know what a snout extension is, this is my first build. If someone could point me in the right direction and maybe send me a link or part number for said better direction, I would be very thankful.