Reman Engine with a few ?'s

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Apr 28, 2007 | 02:54 AM

ford390gashog

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Reman Engine with a few ?'s

Well I am in need of another 390 but this time just a stock one. The cheapest one I found was 1500.00 from S&S. But just for giggles I contacted my friend who works at one of the oldest ford dealerships around here. They happen to have a Genuine Ford remanufactured 390 they want 1200.00 but if I forgoe the warranty they will take 900.00. would this just be asking for problems? The tag says May 2 1990 , is it just to old to use? Should I maybe put new valve stem seals in the heads? Its called a long block on the tag but has the intake manifold , valve covers , timing chain cover and oil pan already installed so it has not been exposed to dust.

Apr 28, 2007 | 03:07 AM

NumberDummy

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Originally Posted by ford390gashog

Is that a GPD long block? Genuine Parts Distributors (Tomador Engine Co) was Fords Authorized rebuilders for many years (Ford itself didn't rebuild the engine). Based in Los Angeles, they serviced the 11 Western states. Their engines have better quality parts than what is found at autozone, etc. Crank is prolly .010/.010, bore is 20 or 30 over. GPD engines didn't come with the manifold and valve covers. It's not too old to use, if you don't want it, I know someone that does. Wonder if someone was building something, then left the dealership. Trying to think of the oldest dealer in your area (Norcal). Must be in N off 33.

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Apr 28, 2007 | 04:37 AM

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If it's remanufactured it should have been mostly all redone and checked out so it should be a fine motor to use.

Apr 28, 2007 | 09:26 AM

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Remanned in 90 I'd think the rear seal is rubber. About the only real concern I'd have. The valve guide seals are easy enought to deal with after the fact if they become a problem...unless you just want to get it overwith..

Spritz with mystery oil and go!!!

Apr 28, 2007 | 09:57 AM

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Sounds like a keeper ta me

Apr 28, 2007 | 10:21 AM

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$900? Naw, that's way too much..

Where's this located?

Apr 28, 2007 | 05:28 PM