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New here...Easy Chore?
So I am wondering if this is a good deal, and, having never attempted an engine swap before, (Even a direct replacement one) I am wondering what sort of time, money, and tools are involved in such activities.
**93 FORD F-150 STEPSIDE 4X4*NICE*NEEDS MOTOR*WITH PARTS TRUCK**
I was thinking I could scrap/part out the regular cab after the swap, and recoup what money I did spend, but, like I said, I am leery of having a project. If the engine on the Flare Side is out, what will die next?
**93 FORD F-150 STEPSIDE 4X4*NICE*NEEDS MOTOR*WITH PARTS TRUCK**
I was thinking I could scrap/part out the regular cab after the swap, and recoup what money I did spend, but, like I said, I am leery of having a project. If the engine on the Flare Side is out, what will die next?
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if you do it, just take your time. because if you hurry through it, you can miss something, and then you have to spend more time figuring out what you missed. take pictures as you go, so if you forget what you did, you can always go back and look. the engine may be out, but only time will tell what will go wrong next. i would keep the transmission of the parts truck. it says the transfer case was just rebuilt. but thats just what i would do. and i wonder if he noticed the dent under the drivers side headlight... lol. and if you dont buy it, i want it. thats a nice looking truck. it also looks like it needs a radio. lol
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So it would cost you $2,300 to take two trucks off his hands, swap engines, and dispose/storage of the parts truck.
Its a pretty truck, if you like that style bed. It looks like the body was well maintained, but here's the thing... needs motor. After doing the suspension, and transfer case, it's now the motor that needs fix'in. I'm never this blunt with criticism, but: whats next? Sounds like you are buying someones problem.
But hey, if you have that money to spend and you want to have such a project vehicle, then it sounds like this guy has a truck to get you started.
I don't think I would consider it for a DD.
Its a pretty truck, if you like that style bed. It looks like the body was well maintained, but here's the thing... needs motor. After doing the suspension, and transfer case, it's now the motor that needs fix'in. I'm never this blunt with criticism, but: whats next? Sounds like you are buying someones problem.
But hey, if you have that money to spend and you want to have such a project vehicle, then it sounds like this guy has a truck to get you started.
I don't think I would consider it for a DD.
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Even though its a pretty truck I would have the same concerns the previous posters mentioned. Engine swaps are time and labor intensive. Its always good to have someone present who has done this before.
You will need an engine lift, jack stands, and a pretty good set of tools and work area to do the swap.
As said before take your time, work safely, and plan the job. Get a manual that details how to pull an engine.
What kind of shape is the donor truck in mechanically?
Personally I would offer 1/2 or less.
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rikard
You will need an engine lift, jack stands, and a pretty good set of tools and work area to do the swap.
As said before take your time, work safely, and plan the job. Get a manual that details how to pull an engine.
What kind of shape is the donor truck in mechanically?
Personally I would offer 1/2 or less.
regards
rikard
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I say sometimes you go to just jump in there and do it, or you'll never learn. I guarentee what ever your thinking in your head as far as how easy it will be it will be much harder. But dont give up and sell like he is doing. If it was easy he would have done it, and it looks like he has a shop. but I say go for it...but dont blame me when you end up sinkin a ton of $$$ into it! 
For real though, try o talk to him and see what is lurking that made him sell, and not do it himself. Like the previous post's said, you will need a engine hoist (cherry picker) which I rent when I need one, engine stands, and tool, dont forget things like fluids, fuel, coolant, electrical, etc...thing like the computer need to go with it especially if ones a manual, ones a auto....
For real though, try o talk to him and see what is lurking that made him sell, and not do it himself. Like the previous post's said, you will need a engine hoist (cherry picker) which I rent when I need one, engine stands, and tool, dont forget things like fluids, fuel, coolant, electrical, etc...thing like the computer need to go with it especially if ones a manual, ones a auto....
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