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Dodge 3.3 liter V6 hasn't run in 3+ years. Ruined by degraded fuel?

The Dodge 3.3 liter V6 engine is a gasoline-powered internal combustion engine that was produced by Chrysler Corporation (now Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) from 1993 to 2010. It is a member of the Chrysler LA engine family, which also includes the 2.7 liter, 3.5 liter, and 3.8 liter V6 engines.

The 3.3 liter V6 engine has a displacement of 3.3 liters (204 cubic inches) and a bore and stroke of 93 mm (3.66 inches) and 81 mm (3.19 inches), respectively. It features a cast-iron block and aluminum heads, with two valves per cylinder. The engine is capable of producing up to 165 horsepower (123 kW) at 5,000 rpm and 230 pound-feet (312 N·m) of torque at 3,600 rpm.

The 3.3 liter V6 engine was used in a variety of Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles, including the Dodge Caravan, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Durango, Plymouth Grand Voyager, and Plymouth Neon. It was also used in the Chrysler Cirrus, Chrysler Concorde, and Chrysler LHS sedans.

In 2010, the 3.3 liter V6 engine was discontinued in favor of the more powerful and fuel-efficient 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 engine.

Here are some additional specifications for the Dodge 3.3 liter V6 engine:

* Compression ratio: 9.4:1

* Fuel system: Multi-port fuel injection

* Ignition system: Distributor-less ignition

* Emissions control: Three-way catalytic converter

* Engine oil capacity: 5 quarts (4.7 liters)

* Coolant capacity: 11.5 quarts (10.8 liters)

* Weight: 370 pounds (168 kg)

The Dodge 3.3 liter V6 engine is a reliable and powerful engine that was used in a variety of vehicles. It is known for its good fuel economy and low maintenance requirements.