I have an 86 engine in my 89 ex cab and blew a head gasket. I had a piston slap noise for a year before the head gasket went. I found a rebuilt long block for $1300. My question...is it less expensive to buy this long block or have somebody rebuild my engine. All I have time for is to pull the blown engine and install the new engine. I have to work on this outside so I have no place to tear down an engine. I appreciate any thoughts on this.

 

i say rebuild useing www.engnbldr.com parts

 

That would be my vote too but he already said he doesn't have the time.

The easy answer is it is probaby cheaper.

 

Check with Orient.com. They have long blocks for $1399 with a 3yr unlimited mileage warranty. Thats parts and LABOR warranty. I am having one installed now. Good luck.

E.S.