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I need some advice
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trjford8 |
11-24-2017 @ 5:13 PM
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There are lots of V-8ers in the area of Scottsdale. Use your club roster and call around to local V-8ers to see who they recommend. You could have a noisy fuel pump push rod which can have a knocking sound.
This message was edited by trjford8 on 11-24-17 @ 5:14 PM
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lawrie |
11-24-2017 @ 2:36 PM
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There is a rebuilt 36 engine for sale in the classifieds. Lawrie
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TomO |
11-15-2017 @ 9:23 AM
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Your car is very nice and is well worth putting in a correct engine If your engine has insert main bearings, a later engine will cost just as much to rebuild as your engine If the engine has babbitt main bearings, your choice of a rebuilder is limited and the price may be higher due to extra work and special equipment involved. There is a Regional Group in the Phoenix area and you can find the contact information in the Regional Group Directory in the left banner of this website. Contact them for a recommendation on some one who can diagnose the engine for you and recommend a rebuilder.
Tom
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Lobo |
11-14-2017 @ 4:39 PM
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Thank you for your reply where are you located
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Lobo |
11-14-2017 @ 4:38 PM
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Thank you for your response that's exactly what I'm looking for as alternatives to a complete engine teardown According to the mechanic I have very good compression no oil burn and strong vacuum
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Lobo |
11-14-2017 @ 4:36 PM
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The engine has good compression and does not burn any oil according to the mechanic Thank you for your response that's exactly what I'm looking for is far as alternatives rather than jumping into a complete tear down
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Lobo |
11-14-2017 @ 4:34 PM
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Is there anyone in the early Ford V-8 club in Scottsdale Arizona aware of a mechanic shop other than Vintage Iron? I do like the folks there but I would like to get a second opinion
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Lobo |
11-14-2017 @ 4:32 PM
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Thanks for your reply I am going to do my homework this time
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supereal |
11-14-2017 @ 11:12 AM
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The quoted cost of an engine rebuild starts with whether the engine is already out of the vehicle, or the vehicle will be delivered intact, requiring removal. When the engine is disassembled, the rebuilder will be able to determine whether it is a good candidate, or has problems making a rebuild unlikely, such as non repairable block cracks. Various components, such as rods, pistons, and crankshaft will be examined, and determination as to whether any of these will need replacement. Then we can provide a quote for the owner to consider. We have done early engines for years, and try to be realistic about the cost. If you are given a "top of the head" quote below $5,000, or over $10,000, be wary. Always ask for references from previous customers.
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kubes40 |
11-14-2017 @ 10:59 AM
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Around here, if the engine is WORN out, about $4k - $5k. $10 sounds outrageous.
Mike "Kube" Kubarth
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