Rod knock, what to do?

[Stevo151]

Okay so I just heard back from the shop that my GT does in fact have a rod knock in the #8 and they told me my best bet is go for a used motor. I just want to hear from people who've gone through this problem before. What kind of money did you end up putting into it? Did you go with a used motor? What do you guys think I should do, give me your opinions. Also found out a used motor is gonna run me around $1400 or so, not including labor. I'm just looking for the most cheapest and reliable way to get the car back up and running again. Thanks guys

 

[Craiger77]

I would think you could find a short block or even a long block cheaper than 1400? Try Craigslist?

 

[blacksheep-1]

Is this something that you and a few beer buddys are capable of handling, basically it's just pull parts off, put them back on (like lego for adults) but you will need the tools.

FWIW..found this:http://www.powertrainproducts.net/F...d-p/1597.htm?gclid=CPayn6bW57gCFSdp7Aod6zoAhg

 

[01-S281]

Go look around a junk yard, it might be a little tough and a gamble but after my motor started knocking I picked up a complete 01 bullitt engine with intake manifold and an accufab TB with 40k miles for 550$ lmfao. I got lucky, just keep looking and you'll eventually find one