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Originally Posted by WMichelsen
You're talking about future me... first time builder.
The way I see it (maybe) ... I have about 250K miles on my 3.2L. It's starting to burn oil and smoke after sitting. Still passes CA Smog, but I assume that means a rebuild is coming.
With your experience, Jeff, how much is a DIY 250 HP build of a 3.2L? I'm not trolling. I am really interested in this info.
If this really is 99% reversible swap (noted -if-, minor drill holes mentioned, and 3.2L kit not yet available), then I can get a 300 HP fun-mobile for $20K. Drive it for years. Then swap back to where it began when it's time to move on. Where is the lost value ... other than associated wear from enjoying it, which should happen either way?
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So, I'm in SoCal. There are about a half-dozen shops that have a good reputation rebuilding these. Dave from TRE Motorsports, February 2024, was quoting Q4 2025 to get an engine back to someone if they brought it in right away, and the cost was about $30k.
This isn't universal, of course, but I think it's representative. And it's worth noting that we probably have more reputable shops here in SoCal then most places.