My87Runner

ok so i have had my 87 runner for 2 weeks now and there is a hole in the side of my block with a connecting rod sticking out. I need to think fast have not got the head off yet but have a felling it done too so looking for a long block to make it fast and easy its my daily driver and need to do something somewhere around GA is ideal and in the 2,200 price range am shooting for looking to buy a low mileage 22re from somewhere or a long block need help on a good place fast please any advise is help full

iselloil

I got mine from sunwest in medical lake washinton.I did mine new head,rv cam,new timing cover,and no core.$1468.00 is his price.
I know during shipping,it goes thru Ga. on estes trucking.
http://www.sunwestautomotiveengines.com/

My87Runner

how does it run and how many miles you got on it?

tiger

well im looking at lc engineering they sell long blocks from atk. for a long block that year its $1999.oo plus $310 core they have a 3 year unlimited mileage warrent free shiping and i think it comes with all the new gaskets to complete the job and if lc engineering is selling them they gota be good. the sales desk num is 928-505-2501 or toll free 877-505-2501. the tech line number is 928-855-6341 good luck man and let me know if ya have more questions

My87Runner

ya i was looking at the reman at LC but i dont think they will take my core with a hole in the block and bet shipping would suck witch would put me out of my price range and that's all i got but will give them a call thanks hoping to find someone closer

iselloil

I called mike at sunwest,requested some extra work,and we agreed on a price.My engine also has a broken rod and a hole in the block.We did $1800.00 or so with shipping, no core.I,ve got 22,000 of mostly use on the farm in 4wd.I bought a ballanced fly wheel and a Zoom matching clutch and pressure plate,and sent my injectors out for sonic cleaning.The truck pulls great, and had no issues.Broke it in with regular oil and swithched to mobil 1 and AMSOIL.

tiger

that sounds pretty good iselloil . i just only buy from people that r repital i had a head issue with a company out of west virgina and lets jus say i watch what i do now it was a good price on the head but when ya get a new head you expect the number one intake valve to seat . Oh and lc claims free shiping on the atk series engines so good luck in your search and build . wish i was closer im getting rid of my motor (22re) in a few weeks for a 4.3 swap

iselloil

Mike terdreski is the owner,I called him,told him what I wanted and he built it.I had a couple of questions during install on saturday,he call me right back and I'm pleased as I can be.He sent a gasket kit,break in instructions etc.The 22 series is the main motors they build.

tiger

thats awesome info iselloil thank ill keep him in mind for others i run into thanks and good luck on your motor

My87Runner

well right now am looking at three choice

#1 Oregon engines-long block shipped with no core is $1,640 with lifetime warranty only thing is there in Oregon so if i had to ship it back with a problem i could be out for a long time but they have a good name have yet to hear a bad thing

#2 Sunwest automotive engines- good price and you seem to be happy with them $1,800

#3 LC - price is high but have a really good rep $2,000 plus core fee

wish there was a good builder closer but want to make a decision tonight so any other ideas would be great but right now these are my options

Philbert

iTrader: (2)

those are the three I've seen discussed here - definitely the leaders in that dept. I think Oregon Engines is run by Ted at ENGNBLDR?

Seen some small negative feedback on the Oregon engines here, but very isolated incidents. All three seem to have a lot more positive feedback than negative.

Good luck!

My87Runner

ya i think am going with oregons calling tonight now back to trying to get my 22re out you guys think its better to pull the intake off and leave it in the engine compartment or just pull it out with the block and head so many vacuum lines and connectors scared nothing like a SBC lol time to learn i guess

My87Runner

ok so broke a connector the wire ripped out of one end when i was trying to get it apart but need some help figuring out what it is and were to get a new one here is a pic of its right by the starter it is tied together with to other connectors in the back ground of the pic and in the second one is were it goes to another connector then the trany any info would help first time ever working with fuel injection and a wiring harness so a hole new ball game for me

iselloil

Leave it on,Start with pulling the harness,radiator and water hoses.Unbolt the exhaust,Pull the starter,then unbolt the trans,dont forget to block up the trans or chain it up.Make sure who ever you buy the engine from is using the best parts.

VANCE164

iTrader: (1)

i have an oregon engine 22re its a great motor and an awesome warranty rude people tho i picked mine up locally

My87Runner

already have taken radiator out moved ac and powersteering aside took of the exhaust took of the alternator but i broke that connector in the first pic and need to know were to get a new one

tiger

hmmm i gota look but i might have a connector i can cut off and send ya or go to local junk yard find one cut the wires and splice it in then good to go . ill get back to you tomorrow on it and see if i can send ya one jus pm me

desertcox05

I just noticed an ad today on Atl c/l for a used 22re.

My87Runner

quick question how do you guys pull engines out of your runners on 35s? i have a lift but dont think it will go up high enough to get the 22 out?
-deflate tires
-take off tires
-take off front clip
only things i can think of

iselloil

defalte them,then you can still move the truck.Or put a floor jack under the diff and take the tires off.