If the body has little to no rust and you've already invested money into other parts, I vote for "keep it". Whats wrong with the 150K mile engine? Low oil pressure? Or? I'm just finishing up a DIY engine conversion. True to my nature, I'm doing some things differently, and I rebuilt the engine, so all that adds time, but I must say its taken a long time. It totally depends on the swap and method you choose but i think most engine conversions can take way longer than anticipated. Of course that could be true of an engine rebuild, depending on ones skill levels. Neil.
On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 2:37 PM, Dan N <dn92610@gmail.com> wrote: > hi all, > > my daughter's '88 Carat engine is on its last leg.. >
> > so I wonder should I rebuild the engine?.. or sell it and get another van > for her? > > please give me your opinions... thanks > > dan >
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