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Run but knocked so loud i was afraid
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It started and ran but knocked so loud I was afraid to move it around the shop.
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I bought a perfectly running 3.6 (AT) motor 3 years ago with 50K mile on it for $6K.
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So I found a pulled 2001 996 engine that was pulled 2 years ago because of coolant in 3rd cylinder. They want $3000 for it. What is realistic for this core motor?
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Joey
What does a D-chunk repair cost these days? Heads and cams alone would be a couple grand parted out, I’d think. If the engine’s sat for 2 years without any removal of fluids, it could end up being a s*** show.
Why too much. When i was looking it was $1-1.5k for the core as my block was blown up.
Dont think heads r worth more then $500 as cores. I wish they were worth more as u have a good set if cores to sell off.
What would the crankshaft be worth if it were in good condition? Since LN sells these in new condition for ~$5K a used one in good condition might be what, $2,500??
Please treat the unknown engine as an unknown core. Realistically very few parts can be salvaged. Spending $3000 on this would be a gamble that has very few good outcomes for you.
I did sell a 2001 996 engine as an extremely loud knocking engine for $1600. It started and ran but knocked so loud I was afraid to move it around the shop. All of these problems were disclosed and the buyer still purchased it.
Maybe a good block, but you really have to trust not only the integrity, but the mechanical knowledge of the seller to even consider purchasing this.
I purchased a 3.6 motor complete except for the wiring harness and mufflers in May for $1200. It turns over but has a bad IMS. I have not disassembled it to determine the internal damage yet.
I bought a perfectly running 3.6 (AT) motor 3 years ago with 50K mile on it for $6K. It was running in the car it was pulled from and I'd not buy one I couldn't hear running. Anything else is a roll of the dice!
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