I took my 68 firebird this morning to have my steering linkage done. On the way to the mechanic, my engine started knocking. Sounded like it is coming from the block. I knew it was going to be something major. It did not sound like it was coming from the head. Fortunately, i made it to the mechanic. He looked at my emgine oil dipstick and saw metal shavings. Bummer! I guess i have no choice but replace the engine. He quoted me for 3k bucks to overhaul my engine. But Im leaning towards buying a rebuilt long block and still have him put it together and install it. Can u guys give me an advice on how to get my car back on the road again. Is there someone selling an angine out here in southern Ca. Im in San Diego. The one. I saw here in craigslist is asking $3900. My mechanic offered to rebuild it for 3K and install. But I do not trust that he would do a good job.

I saw this in craigslist also. I am not an engine specialist, so I really dont know what all this means. I know that these are upgrades though. I really dont need my car to be fast, but this is locally located and it looks good already. What you guys think.


http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/pts/4160213732.html

i think that is a chevy motor

SBC = Small Block Chevy.

Suggest you find out how familiar your mechanic is with Pontiac engines. There are some very specific building techniques involved with them, especially tricks to improve internal oiling and the modern ways to deal with the rear main seal. You might want to get Jim Hand's/Rocky Rotella's engine book and do some reading.

Friend of mine has a pontiac 350 here in AZ if your interested. All machine work is done and just has to be assembled.

I also found this engine. Haven't called the owner but it looks like it would fit my car. Can someone tell me who the legendary Ed Hale is?

Bigchief, what is the story on your friends 350 in Az? Why was it disassembled? Would he assemble it if he was to sell it to me?

he was going to put it in his car but decided on a 455.

Ok, Bigchief. Thanks for the info. I will look in other options..

Where in California are you? Give me a call if you want I think I can help you and I am in California also
559-321-4096
Eric

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