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Question: Engine replacement estimate

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94ssimpalaeric, San Jose, CA, September 16, 2010, 12:23
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Wasn't in the estimate section, did a quick search to no avail. Have a 1994 SS Impala with over 185K miles. Been extremely well taken care of, but have a head gasket starting to go. My mechanic isn't keen on replacing just the gaskets on such a high mileage engine. That make sense? Also, what would the difference in cost (labor more than anything) from a crate engine to a non-crate engine? I appreciate the assistance.

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    hemicuda September 16, 2010, 13:09
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    My book shows a time of 12 hours to remove and replace a complete long block, But this time doesn't include transfer of manifolds, valve cover,oil pan,timing cover and water pump. The GM dealer can give you a price on a crate engine or contact

    G M Sports Salvage Inc
    1964 Oakland Rd
    San Jose, CA 95131-1606
    (408) 432-8498

    Maybe they has a low mileage 350 in stock

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