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Some of you blokes probably do it this way already. Ebay can be your friend here.

I personally was hestitant to pay $2500 +++ for an unknown motor, factor in shipping and import taxes.

Some engines look clean but as we all know a clean engine can still be a clapped out basket case which still needs alot of money spent on top of what you already payed.

I decided to buy mine in parts, some new and some second hand.

second hand
93+transmission, shift assembly, kicker $250
cases $400 " i probably could of purchased new for a little extra"
clutchcase, complete clutch baskets plates etc, cover and water pump $230

Brand new
Crankshaft $330
Cylinder $340
Head $110
Bearings, gaskets, piston etc approx $400

So for around $2000 i have a rebuilt "newish engine"..

Be vigilant, know what the prices are new, some ebayers will try charge more than what the parts worth brand new..

Be patient and find yourself a good product.. Dont just settle for the first item that pops up.. especially the transmission. Wait for a nice one

Saying all that i already had a few external parts, carb, reeds etc... If you dont have these add probably another $500.....

Just thought i'd share an alternative to you fellow hoons so you arnt getting ripped off with unknown engines at inflated prices

fleabay is your friend for parts

just seen some jugs for cheap, might have to buy them and experiment with some porting.

DieHard2Smoke wrote:fleabay is your friend for parts

just seen some jugs for cheap, might have to buy them and experiment with some porting.

Be careful though I bought a "just rebuilt engine - bolt in and go engine" and it had 60 psi compression - wouldn't even start. There are still some low brow shit heads on there. Thankfully that was all that was wrong with it so it only cost me $200.00 to fix.