Complete Rebuild vs. Rebuild using existing parts
 

Was just looking at my options for a rebuild.

I understand theres a complete rebuild with new everything that ranges anywhere from 5k to 8k...

And there are rebuilds that cost 2k..

What are the differences here?

Will i get more then 1 year out of a rebuild that costs 2k ?

and if i go with a completely new engine the 5k route, will i get my 80k miles like my original motor did ?


Car is just used on the street, with some spiritred driving every now and then...

if you just do the standard rebuild, you should be just fine with what you use the car for.

i wouldn't bother going with a new engine.

and i'd hope after the rebuild you would get more than a year of use, if you do the proper maintenance and what not you should be good for a while.

OR you can get a BRAND NEW OEM MAZDA MOTOR for $3.5k.

Call Ray (head of parts dept) at Malloy Mazda in VA. He has 8 new motors that recently arrived from Japan. You have to send in your core or the new motor will cost $4500, but in any case, it sounds like the best thing for you.

^ i totally forgot about that; that would be a really good route for you

nice new pretty motor; i drool thinkin about it

*Depends alot on what's wrong with your current motor. A hard seal failure or soft seal failure?
*Price variations also depend on how much you do...whether it's a 'turn-key' or if you R & R the motor and longblock components yourself.
*Then factor in parts...if you need new housings...add ~$1100. Often you can use side seals (probably saves at least as much on labor), irons, rotors and e-shafts.
*Now add in the cost of any machining or port work you might choose.
*There's also alot to figure in on the long-block...new fuel and coolant lines are usually called for, replace OMP lines, Fuel pulsation dampner, injector cleaning, motor mounts..even fluids. If you JUST send in the shortblock, the rebuild (or new motor) price won't reflect the cost of those things.
*Shipping costs can also add up.