Engine cut out while slowing down....

[Mtl-Diesel]

If each piston was at TDC when air pressure was connected and most all came out the block, then its the rings

Yup. done at TDC.

 

[achris]

I would use the 93, the 130 would be over torque so it has to be a misprint
Your serial number comes up 1982 to 1984 3.0

I have checked the serial number groupings, and your engine is a '140' supplied in 1984.. Your drive should be an 'R' drive with a ratio of 1.98:1.

 

[alldodge]

Yes and the 140 is a 3.0

 

[achris]

Yes and the 140 is a 3.0

181 cubic inches to you!

 

[Mtl-Diesel]

Hey guys. Just wanted to give an update. Machine shop I was working with quoted me WAY too high for a tear down & rebuild. Unfortunately I'm at a point that exceeds my ability & comfort level.

Found a place not too far away that will help me out! Dropping the whole boat off later today. He asked all the right questions and wants to fix the problem. Not soak me for every penny possible.

I'll circle back as I learn more.

 

[Mtl-Diesel]

So final chapter closed. Had the guy tear it down. Result was several teeth broken/stripped off the timing gear. Three of the valves were not lapped properly in the head.
Replaced & fixed what wasn't working, changed the rings (pistons and walls were beautiful). She purrs like a kitten now! I'm so happy! Cost me $2500 total including the bad job done on redoing the head the first time.
Hopefully it's an uneventful summer! Thanks to everyone for your help throughout!!!