Any recommended company of remanufactured engines?

[HemiFury1973]

Hello, mopar friends

I sereiously consider importing (to Israel) a remanufactured engine for my '73 IMP.

Do you have any recommendations or experience?

Importing a remanufactured engine may cost less than rebuild my engine.


Thanks!

Hemi

 

[detmatt]

A buddy of mine has this. I would have no worries about buying something he built. He probably wouldn't want to be bothered with shipping it though but I would lend a hand as long as I was reimbursed for my time.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/pts/5207922803.html

 

[HemiFury1973]

A buddy of mine has this. I would have no worries about buying something he built. He probably wouldn't want to be bothered with shipping it though but I would lend a hand as long as I was reimbursed for my time.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/pts/5207922803.html

Thank you so much. This may be an option.

 

[Yatzee]

If money savings are your only considerations I would rebuild the engine in Isreal. I'm sure they have good machine shops there that are very capable. You can even cash in on warranty if something goes wrong. The exchange rate is as follows:
1 US dollar = 3.9035 Israeli shekels. If your American you should be getting a fair sized break on costs, if your Israeli, you'll know where to go if the engine turns out to be crap after rebuild.

 

[HemiFury1973]

If money savings are your only considerations I would rebuild the engine in Isreal. I'm sure they have good machine shops there that are very capable. You can even cash in on warranty if something goes wrong. The exchange rate is as follows:
1 US dollar = 3.9035 Israeli shekels. If your American you should be getting a fair sized break on costs, if your Israeli, you'll know where to go if the engine turns out to be crap after rebuild.

That's true. But wouldn't it be better to buy a remanufactured engine that was (supposed to be) tested before installing and hope for the best?

 

[detmatt]

I actually can't imagine not tearing into it myself at least to figure out what went wrong. Maybe it wiped out a crank or a couple rods and the rest is still good. It would be MUCH cheaper to just ship what you need.

 

[rexus31]

hope for the best?

I'd rather deal with someone local than try to be made whole by someone outside your country (most likely on another continent) should something go wrong. A little more up front may be cheaper in the long run.

 

[saforwardlook]

I'd rather deal with someone local than try to be made whole by someone outside your country (most likely on another continent) should something go wrong. A little more up front may be cheaper in the long run.

I believe that is very good advice. In my experience mostly in talking with people who do heavy automotive repairs, there are no really good commercial engine rebuilders here in the U.S. anymore. Everyone wants the lowest price so the rebuilders must compete on price and skimp everywhere they can to be competitive and stay in business. Some rebuilders 30 years ago were better than most of the others, but not so anymore. I would definitely spend more to get an engine from a respected rebuilder and especially when you are in Isreal, I would search out a really competent one there and have him do it. It will be the cheapest route in the long run and the results will be worth it. Matt's alternative is also a good one if that cam would be appropriate for your needs in your Imperial. It is also very gracious of Matt to offer to help with shipping. That is increasingly rare as well anymore, anywhere.

 

[1978 NYB]

I would try to find someone local. Save the shipping cost and easier warranty if needed.

 

[moper]

I would either buy it dyno'd and turn key from a reputable builder in the US, or have it done locally to you. Mass rebuilders are cutting every corner they can. Even crate engine companies have issues. Given the distance, you need to pay for someone you can trust.

 

[1966newport]

wont trw flat tops build an 8 to 1 motor

 

[CanCritter]

local.....

 

[Pete Kaczmarski]

If you cannot find a machine shop by you that is familiar with American engines then is there a U.S. Military base that has mechanics to maintain the fleet. Perhaps they would help out on the side and/or know who to refer you to.

 

[bulldogchesty]

If you cannot find a machine shop by you that is familiar with American engines then is there a U.S. Military base that has mechanics to maintain the fleet. Perhaps they would help out on the side and/or know who to refer you to.

Great idea.

 

[commando1]

Any English speaking decent mechanic who can read this can rebuild your engine blindfolded.

 

[HemiFury1973]

Any English speaking decent mechanic who can read this can rebuild your engine blindfolded.

Thank you all, guys, for the info and help.
There are aome mechanics here that can rebuild it, but i thought i can buy a remanufactured like in the attached links and save some money.
The engine is out now. it seems that it threw a rod, and i don't know much more.


http://www.autoguide.net/apf/chrysler-car_engines/mop_440lb.html
https://www.sandjengines.com/rebuil...earch?&year=1973&make=CHRYSLER&model=IMPERIAL

 

[rexus31]

Thank you all, guys, for the info and help.
There are aome mechanics here that can rebuild it, but i thought i can buy a remanufactured like in the attached links and save some money.
The engine is out now. it seems that it threw a rod, and i don't know much more.


http://www.autoguide.net/apf/chrysler-car_engines/mop_440lb.html
https://www.sandjengines.com/rebuil...earch?&year=1973&make=CHRYSLER&model=IMPERIAL

What's your highest octane fuel in Israel? The first link has too wide a spectrum to know what you're actually getting. You would need to know what the compression ratio is to see if it even makes sense with the fuel you have at your disposal. A 1966 440 would have, I believe, a 10.25:1 compression ratio. I would not be able to run that motor here in California without serious detonation. I personally, would not purchase a general motor to fit your application. There's too much that can go wrong. Besides, at $2,000 plus shipping, you'd probably be better off getting it done locally. You may even find to to be cheaper

 

[HemiFury1973]

What's your highest octane fuel in Israel? The first link has too wide a spectrum to know what you're actually getting. You would need to know what the compression ratio is to see if it even makes sense with the fuel you have at your disposal. A 1966 440 would have, I believe, a 10.25:1 compression ratio. I would not be able to run that motor here in California without serious detonation. I personally, would not purchase a general motor to fit your application. There's too much that can go wrong. Besides, at $2,000 plus shipping, you'd probably be better off getting it done locally. You may even find to to be cheaper

Thank you so much.
The car is a 1973 Imperial and the compression ratio shpuld be 8.2:1.
Here in Israel we have 95 or 98 octane.
I thought that ordering a 440 would be simple, but as more as i read here i think it may be better to rebuid it here.
But what if the block was hurt?

 

[commando1]

But what if the block was hurt?

Take a Xanax please.
Go back to the very beginning of the thread.
What did everyone say right up front?
You need to tear down the engine to see what you have first.
WAIT! Stop jumping 9 steps ahead.

 

[HemiFury1973]

Take a Xanax please.
Go back to the very beginning of the thread.
What did everyone say right up front?
You need to tear down the engine to see what you have first.
WAIT! Stop jumping 9 steps ahead.

I know, i know, i guess i just can't wait to for my mechanic to do that. And to have that car back on the road

Thanks.