RE: Timing Belt woes - 91 V8 5sp.

[Ken <kkeith@qnet.com>]

Aleksander Mierzwa <alex@matrix.com.pl> wrote:
>
> > Locate another V8 engine and drop it in - estimated repair 
> > $3,500 to $5,000
> 
> Not a bad idea, this would get your car running soon and you can always
> rebuild and sell the old engine.

I thought V8's were not rebuildable.  No?
 
>      >- Fix the car and sell it- I would like to get something under 
>      >warranty.
> 
> I don't intend to insult you, Jim and I understand you have the right to
> feel nervous about whole thing, but the car broke because you neglected
> one of the basic maintenance items. Care for your car and you won't need
> the warranty.

Not to mention taking the advice of a used car salesman (!?!) over the 
advice of your good friends here at the q-list!

In fairness, warranty's are nice tho'.

Ken