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Old 01-28-2010, 02:12 PM   #1
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block purchase...

So here is the mini story...
My motor developed the LIMG and it leaked into the bottom end and spun a bearing by the time I limped home...

So after a year of searching, I have purchased 2 vans, had a baby, got stuck using one van for the family, and now the engine on that is slowly dying, so the second van will most likely replace that motor, instead of going in my Alero like originally planned...

I found a guy who is willing to sell me the block/ bottom end with a new water pump, and the timing cover still on, saying all I will need to replace is the LIMG and head gasket, as it was blown when he bought the car....

My question is this, does this sound too fishy or am I just getting lucky on getting a good deal? btw, I am getting it for $50.

All advice, and further information on what I will need is appreciated!!! I am almost figuring that even for $50 I can't really go wrong either way...
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