Burning 710

[Effle18]

I think I'm burning a bit of oil which may indicate an engine rebuild, does anyone have any idea how much a shop might charge to rebuild an engine (350)? I know a whole lot of factors go into this. But just looking for a ball park figure. My 350 now is built up but not exactly sure with what cam, pistons etc. Would I be better off buying a new built 350 or having this one rebuilt? Thanks...

[shortymac83]

If you're burning some oil, look first at the valve guides in the heads. If they're leaky, you'll burn oil and replacing valve guildes or the whole head is a lot easier and cheaper than a full engine rebuild.

For your question, anywhere from 1500-5000 bux depending on who you go to and what you want done. At least, those prices seem reasonable to me. If it's stock and you're going with a stock rebuild, you can get a long block from a parts store for 1200...

[Effle18]

Thanks for the reply shorty..so it may not be rings? That was my first guess.