Engine bearing problem, engine replacement thoughts?

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It seems my bearings are bad on the Northstar (2005) Dealer and indy mechanics both reco replacing the engine. Any thoughts or advice on having the engine replaced? Dealer wants 12K, indy will do for 9.8 with a GM crate.

Anyone have experience with this or know of someone reputable and less expensive to do the job in Southern California?

Thanks

 

[DanF]

Do a search on Ebay and you will find new or low mileage used ones.

 

[ald42]

It seems my bearings are bad on the Northstar (2005) Dealer and indy mechanics both reco replacing the engine. Any thoughts or advice on having the engine replaced? Dealer wants 12K, indy will do for 9.8 with a GM crate.

Anyone have experience with this or know of someone reputable and less expensive to do the job in Southern California?

Thanks

noticed a new one on eb for $3200 what happened and what's the miles? these n*'s have a sturdy bottom end. later, Al

 

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106K miles, IDK what happened. getting a clattering noise on cold start up. First thought was lifters, but it's coming from bottom. Mechanic says bearings.

And tranny is starting to slip too (unrelated). Starting to think about getting out from under it. It was well-maintained, just started going south about 2 months ago.

 

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As to the used, ebay engines... Labor to install is still another $2500-$3K. And I'd prefer something reputable and maybe some warranty