Repairing 305 vs. new Goodwrench 350

[Slonaker]

Originally Posted by piecesparts

There are two GM dealers within a hundred miles of my house that are GM Perfromance parts outlets. Both of them have the GM crate motors in their warehouses. The last time I needed a motor, I had it in the time it took to drive to their doors. Both dealers have a selection of small blocks to big block 572s ready to go. It is true that the price is a little up compared to what the Summit and Jegs groups list, but put "Truck Freight" shipping (Due to weight and size) and time for delivery, not to mention having a way to lift it out of the freight truck. By the way that means that you the buyer has to be at home when the dang truck arrives (loss of wages at work).

I ordered from Summit. I believe the price was $1349 with truck freight to the terminal. No tax, shipping included. The price has gone up since then, so it might be a couple of hundred more.

I picked it up after work, on my way home. I had it in less than a week. Roadway, I think it was, put it in the back of my pickup with a forklift. I didn't have any of the problems mentioned above, and saved $800-$900. You might do better if you have a cooperative dealer, but it was really hassle-free buying it from Summit.

I wanted to buy it from a local dealer, but the best price they would offer me for the same engine was $2100. I have a friend who works there as a mechanic, who wanted one for his S10, and they quoted him the same price!

If you decide to buy a crate engine, I definitely recommenf that you price it locally and at Summit.

Slonaker