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Originally Posted by Kudzupatch
I priced machine work and parts to a rebuild my 350 and it was roughly $1,800. This assumes boring the engine and new pistons. If I wanted the roller cam that is another $250+. Then of course my time to assemble. I enjoy that part but it does take a lot of time and there is the reist of making a mistake or the machine shop making a mistake.
One other big advantage to the L31 is it comes with Vortec heads. These are often said to be the best heads Chevy offered.
So if I add vortec heads I am well over the $2,000 price of a new engine. Plus I wouldn't have one piece rear main, roller camshaft or warranty.
For me it was a no brainer. Plus I have the new engine sitting in the shop before i start taking my old one out. I could have it back on the road over a weekend if no issues.
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See, when you put it that way, it really is a no brainer. And you can sell your current motor for at least a small amount back on what you put out for the new setup. Its all making more sense now lol.