Cost to have a mechanic remove and install an engine??
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Cost to have a mechanic remove and install an engine??
I have a 315W 5.8 with 170,000 miles on it. I plan on restoring my 89 Eddie Bauer and am currently contiplating swapping the engine with a rebuilt 351 W. The rebuilt comes with all NEW interior parts, such as, pistons, rings, lifters, crankshaft, oil pan, water pump etc. The cost of the rebuilt is $1200.
My question is, does any one have any idea what a mechanic would charge to remove and install one of the beasts? Has any one ever done this with a mechanic before? I would do it myself but honestly dont have the time.
What are the pros and cons of having a mechanic do it for me?
Thanx fellas....
My question is, does any one have any idea what a mechanic would charge to remove and install one of the beasts? Has any one ever done this with a mechanic before? I would do it myself but honestly dont have the time.
What are the pros and cons of having a mechanic do it for me?
Thanx fellas....
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Yeah you could go to one of those Chinese shops. Personally I thing that is a BAD decision.
Sure you will be saving yourself a few hundred up front BUT, I doubt they have much if ANY experience Installing BIG AMERICAN V8"s with all these computer stuff.
Really pay a GOOD REPUTABLE shop the $1000 and get it done right the first time. You will be happy in the end. I Gaurantee it!!
Just remember the old saying...... "If a job is worth doing, It's worth doing right"!!!
Sure you will be saving yourself a few hundred up front BUT, I doubt they have much if ANY experience Installing BIG AMERICAN V8"s with all these computer stuff.
Really pay a GOOD REPUTABLE shop the $1000 and get it done right the first time. You will be happy in the end. I Gaurantee it!!
Just remember the old saying...... "If a job is worth doing, It's worth doing right"!!!
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