who's best for rebuilds then?
 

as above as you cant rely on places to give the right goods. it's bvasically pointing towards a rebuild and was wondering where to go and if i should get uprated parts fitted. the money side IS an issue so no big engine rebuilds with parts to support 700bhp are needed:rolleyes:;)

Have you spoke to David at API? If not, would be worth a try - they can either rebuild yours or sell you a suitable bottom end I guess. I found him very helpful when sourcing a new gearbox.

Richard

i have spoke to him by phone m8, cheers. his price was quite reasonable i think:confused: i'm in the middst of checking out some places near to home as well as everyone else. hope i get somewhere quickish tho:)

What happened to your s/h engine ?
I thought it was meant to come on thurs?

Have you tried the nation wide part search number I gave you?

A second hand engine is probably not a good idea, especialy if your thinking of running higher power.What if its f##ked when you fit it ? or worse if it waves bye bye after the so called warranty runs out?

Best to get it rebuilt if you want it to last,at least you will get a warranty that stands,you will know the engine from its first mile,for that you MUST go to a professional.

I know its more than a months wages (for some),but with a car like this you just cant afford to take a chance.

the engine i received wasnt an sti engine so seen as i've tried that route now, all the signs are pointing to a rebuild which is why i'm asking who is best for it?!

Ypu already know who.Just call him again.
The price of a s/h sti engine from most good breakers is around £2500.
The rebuild would poss be cheaper,but deffinately a better starting point.

You mind me asking what they did send you mate?

dunno. uk car, but not sure what year. if i seen it again i'd be able to tell you tho.