Long block from an explorer is the way to go. Pull the pan and inspect the bearings
Call your local machine shops. A lot of times they have complete engines people never finished paying for. I've gotten a bunch of deals that way.
Sorry about the motor man but there's a bright side.
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I think this is going to become reality. Not impossible, but the throw an explorer engine in response that has worked well for the last 10+ years is probably on it's last leg.
Joe
I don't worry much about explorer engines.
Based on the shift patterns they weren't run nearly as hard as mustang engines. Hell, they shift at like 4500rpm. Not sure I've ever seen someone get a bad one.
Since you are speed density, if you want to cam it, you are going to have to find the 15 year old list on the internet of speed density friendly cams.
Remember too, it's nearly impossible to hold someone accountable for an online engine warranty.
Between shipping and determining who's at fault it's a hard road.
I think if you really prefer a rebuild, talk to some of your local guys. Maybe they will rebuild the whole thing for you if you pull it out. At least if it goes wrong you can hold someone accountable in person.
Based on the shift patterns they weren't run nearly as hard as mustang engines. Hell, they shift at like 4500rpm. Not sure I've ever seen someone get a bad one.
Since you are speed density, if you want to cam it, you are going to have to find the 15 year old list on the internet of speed density friendly cams.
Remember too, it's nearly impossible to hold someone accountable for an online engine warranty.
Between shipping and determining who's at fault it's a hard road.
I think if you really prefer a rebuild, talk to some of your local guys. Maybe they will rebuild the whole thing for you if you pull it out. At least if it goes wrong you can hold someone accountable in person.