As this is my first post, I'd like to say hi all. Its time for motor replacement in my '90 LX daily driver. Does anybody know who has a good deal on the stock 225 horse Ford crate motor? Everybody around me has it for $2600-2700 which seems kinda high considering the 345 horse motor can be had for $3000-3100 or so. I was a mechanic at one time and have seen one to many botched jobs from rebuilders (Jasper-type) and machine shops (although higher-end shops are quite good). Crate motors have always worked well in my experience. Any thoughts?