[s-cars] RE: Ate a rod bearing: part 2

[chris chambers]

I would expect there are a couple considerations regarding replacing
the crank.

1. Labor to replace crank
2. bearings, and other parts needed
3. What is the condition of the other bottom end
4. Price of the used motor
5. Increased repair time due to replacing the crank versus swapping
motors
6. what is the mileage on the current motor, possible worn rings, etc.



With the availablility of a 70,000 mile motor, providing it was a
reasonable cost that's the way I would go. Now he will have a known
good motor to build upon (and potentially a warranty).


Chris



--- Mike Sylvester <msylvester at verizon.net> wrote:
> Michael,
> 
> Why don't you just replace the crank?  I just bought one from Audi
> for $800.
> That has to be cheaper than another engine.
> 
> Mike Sylvester
> 


	
		
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