I need a new Engine, where to buy? Please help

[Kirk]

>Actually, the 3.6 or 3.8 isn't that much more work

I'll just agree to disagree with you on that point. I know that Tholyoak can do these conversions blind folded and with one arm tied behind his back, but for most shops and weekend mechanics it's not that easy. I don't think it's real clear how to cleanly address the cam timing control difference when putting one of the newer engines in an older car. Again, case in point, JP has his 3.6L for sale now after giving up on his conversion. If I was going to do it I think I'd do the whole swap and then ship it to Todd for the final touches.

>wound up with a 98 BMW 740i with a 60k motor and a brand new transmission, as well as new brakes, exhaust, suspension bits and 18" BBS RK's for $4k.

WOW!!! You are a lucky man. That sounds like quite a deal on a very decent daily driver. I've been looking but have not been so lucky.

Kirk

[Cloudsurfer]

Well, thankfully for my swap plans, Tholyoak and I are in the same city, but if you do the research (which is posted on Renntech), the swap for the VarioCam Plus motors into the VarioCam cars isn't all that difficult, but you will need access to a PST2. Your idea of shipping the car to Todd to make the electronics work isn't a bad one, however.

As to my new 7, it's far from a perfect car but I think it'll make for a decent daily. I'm actually rather excited to have a car again that I don't care about and park it anywhere!

[BoxsterLewis]

Thanks for all the replies guys. Yes I am still fighting the warranty company, it has escaladed up to the President and he even denied me. Its going to coporate right now.
As for an engine i did make an offer on Ebay for 3500 on a 2001 S but the link seems very shady as there isnt much description on it. It does say 100 day warranty. I might also have the check out the Oklahoma and Silver Star deals. Also i would LOVE to put in a 3.6 or 3.8 but i dont think the shop will do that?

Here is the motor: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150296769670&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fmotors.shop.ebay.com%3A80%2F__%3F_ from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dm39%26_nkw%3D150296769670%2 6_nd1%3D%26_fvi%3D1

Did you tell the ceo you are in contact with the state attorney general? Worth a shot, if my engine ever blows, and even if it doesn't, I may have to do what I never thought I would and go back to Japan

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=10&article_id=7241

[Kirk]

Originally Posted by BoxsterLewis

Here is the motor: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150296769670&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fmotors.shop.ebay.com%3A80%2F__%3F_ from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dm39%26_nkw%3D150296769670%2 6_nd1%3D%26_fvi%3D1

I only know of one dismantler in Rancho Cordova. That's Silver Star Recycling. The phone number doesn't match up though. Also on Silver Star's website their old eBay user name has been canceled.... I'm thinking that this auction is run by Silver Star but they're being kind of incognito about it.

The description of the engine being "remanufactured" is a bit false. If all they did is put new head gaskets on the thing, then I'd hardly consider it to be remanufactured, and certainly not like a Porsche reman engine.

Bottom line, I'd give them a call and ask them for a bit of history on the engine and more detail on what was replaced or refreshed as a part of their "remanufacture" job.

Kirk

[Cloudsurfer]

I would certainly ask what has been done to the motor for them to consider it "remanufactured." Looks sketchy to me. Also, keep in mind a warranty from a worthless company is worthless, as it sounds like you are unfortunately finding out currently.

[BoxsterLewis]

Yah i dont think im going to get that one. And why would i put another 3.2 in, so i can blow another one up? I rather get more power and piece of mind witht he 3.6 or 3.8. I hope i can talk the shop into doing it, is it really hard?

[Kirk]

Originally Posted by BoxsterLewis

Yah i dont think im going to get that one. And why would i put another 3.2 in, so i can blow another one up? I rather get more power and piece of mind witht he 3.6 or 3.8. I hope i can talk the shop into doing it, is it really hard?

Go over to Renntech and start reading up. Do a search for posts by a member named "Tholyoak". He's the 3.6L and 3.8L swap guru/god. He's got a how-to PDF on Renntech.

Also, pick up the latest Excellence magazine and read the article on the M96 engine issues. The 3.2L may actually be the best of the bunch as it's least likely to have D chunk failures due to the thickest cylinder lining. I don't know... when I read that it made me glad to have a 3.2L. If you're worried about engine failure the 3.2L may actually be the best "peace of mind".

Kirk