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Nov 27, 2000 | 08:34 PM

captntim

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From: Castine, ME

Time for a rebuild

Well, looks like the oil pressure problem I thought I had is not the problem. It seems I have some seriously worn main bearings as well as excessive wear in the valve train. I am curious what options you guys prefer. I don't plan on doing the rebuild myself, so I figure I could either buy a long block or have my motor rebuilt. I like that fact that having my motor rebuilt allows for some customization such as a cam or flat top pistons, perhaps a forged instead of a cast crank. However, it seems that route would be signifigantly more expensive..does anyone have some numbers to compare?

Captain Tim Bland
1986 F150 LWB 2WD
300 I6 1bbl
3.08 geared 9"
three w/od

Nov 27, 2000 | 09:05 PM

rlbertrand

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Time for a rebuild

I would tend towards using your engine. In the long run you will be happier with the changes you want. And you know who rebuilt it. Might look into porting the head while doing the rebuild. Pulling the engine out yourself can cut the cost - assuming you have a way of getting the engine to where you are getting it rebuilt.
Good luck!

Nov 27, 2000 | 09:13 PM

billyb

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Time for a rebuild

the way i have done it many times is to have a shop do all the machine work, and put it together myself. this of course means getting engine in and out and to and from shop.
it saves lots of money and gives satisfaction of job being done by you!
on the other hand, you get no warranty!!!
i am facing rebuilding or replacing my i6 this spring , and i think i am going with ford rebuild for about 1500.00 for long block with 3 year warranty. i will pull and replace it myself. i will then sell old i6 for a few hundred dollars or so.

Nov 27, 2000 | 10:03 PM

captntim

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Time for a rebuild

thanks for your responses. I think i will probably go with rebuilding my engine simply because i want to put in a different cam, and have the flexibility of the shop just down the street. Right now though i have to replace that freeze plug so the old gal will make it another few months. Also, does anyone have a recommendation for a different cam? I remember someone telling me there is a "must have" cam for this engine, but I don't know what it is.

Captain Tim Bland
1986 F150 LWB 2WD
300 I6 1bbl
3.08 geared 9"
three w/od

Nov 30, 2000 | 10:33 PM

PAUL_2

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Time for a rebuild

Apr 29, 2009 | 12:30 PM

datuna

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Locating the Rebuild

Any "pearls" on how to locate a trustworthy expert to do the job? I live in Richmond, VA. Thanks

Apr 29, 2009 | 12:58 PM

Harte3

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captntim: Every vehicle needs a cam but what a "must have" cam is a mystery to me too. Depending on what your intended usage and desired performance level is, there are a number of cams available from Comp, Isky, Schneider, etc. Browse their catalogs and give their Techs a call for help with cam selection.

datuna: Let your fingers do the walking and call the rebuilders in your area. Determining whether they are trustworthy or not is going to be a judgment call on your part.