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11-22-2003, 06:19 PM
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Location: Howard, Kansas USA
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what motor?
Hi
I have a 1971 3/4 4X4 and i am having trouble deciding what to do about the motor. I am going to swap a "good" body over to the frame. It is a 4 speed and has a 205 case. I was orginally going to put a used motor into it, but have started thinking that maybe i want something more reliable. The truck will be a farm truck, and daily driver. Should i put a used motor in it? Should i invest in a cheap crate motor or should i have one rebuilt? Thanks for the help. David
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11-22-2003, 06:46 PM
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Designated A-hole!
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For the money a crate with warranty is probably the way to go.
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11-22-2003, 07:36 PM
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I'm with krue...
I don't trust used engines, and you can get a crate engine for close to the cost of a rebuild. All new parts and a warranty -
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11-22-2003, 10:26 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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If you are carefull, and do the proper testing, a junk yard $100 engine can last you many years and many many thousands of miles.
But if the cash is there, it is probably a better idea to get a new engine. Rebuilt 350 long blocks can be had for less than $1000. |
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11-22-2003, 10:42 PM
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WHAT EVER YOU DO....DO IT LOCAL
 IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS YOU WILL WANT TO BE CLOSE.... it's kind of hard to mail it back 
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11-23-2003, 12:43 AM
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Just here to help
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I got mine from www.PacePerformance.com and am very happy with it.$1,429.00 delivered.
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11-23-2003, 02:25 AM
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Firefighter
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Yellville, Ar, USA
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I'd go with the crate!!! One word "Warranty"
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