cusco-awd Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 I have been wanting to get a better idea of what it takes to replace the motor in one of these cars. There just does not seem to be a cheap way of doing it. Shortblock is 2000.00 then you need the heads checked, full gasket kit, t belt kit, fluids etc. So to those who lost a motor to rod knock, what did you spend to get it back on the road? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
car_cursed Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 It's going to vary, depending on how much you can do yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cusco-awd Posted May 13, 2012 Author Share Posted May 13, 2012 I understand that. I would like to hear what it costs and that includes how they got the job done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PearlBlueGT Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 Last year I spent $1700 on short block $800 on heads + $200 to mill/check them $350 gasket kit set/new oil cooler $650 timing belt, water pump, misc gaskets $750 labor to put it all together I think I've missed a few things but this is majority of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwm5094 Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 pm bmx045 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted May 13, 2012 I Donated Share Posted May 13, 2012 I spun a bearing in October 2010 and was fortunate enough to find a longblock out of a 2006 WRX with 17,000 mi on it for $2000 locally. After clutch and SMFW, incidentals, fluids, an engine hoist, etc. I probably spent $2350-2500 total. I cracked a ringland in that block In April 2012. I decided I was not likely to find that kind of a deal again, and besides, I wanted to upgrade pistons, since they are the weak point on these motors anyway. Also, I did not have a catastrophic failure, so I did not need to replace a lot of the parts I would have had to. Cost so far: Wiseco forged pistons: $527 (vendor substituted CP pistons at no extra cost) ARP head studs: $200 Gates Racing timing belt and water pump kit: $325 Engine gasket kit: $245 DW65c fuel pump: $149 (cause of cracked ringland was a lean condition and I want to cover all the bases) CM FX300 clutch kit: $624.50 TSK3 snout repair kit: $155 Fluids and incidentals: ~$75 Machine work on flywheel: ~$40 Engine stand: $36 Total: ~$2376.50 Total without clutch parts and fuel pump: ~$1408 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutbackXT05 Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 Mines in the process of either getting a new short block or other options so once its done Ill chime in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 I'm betting mine will be north of 4000, maybe more towards 4500. May be some day during this week when it's raining I'll add up the cost so far. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 The problem isnt how much a replacement engine costs, its how much all the other parts cost now that you have the engine out of the car. My 12 step program to replacing your engine. From everything I read, the >$10k I spent on engine work is on the high side. My build thread is in my sig. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 shortblock $1800 gasket kit $240 assorted fluids including 2 oil changes - $60 assorted extra gaskets $25 head's cleaned and valve lash check, if lash is off expect to pay $25 per bucket, you have 16 of them total, won't know how many new ones you need till lash is checked, may not need any, may need 4, may need all 16 but i highly suggest lash is checked as you dont want to have to pull the motor again because a valve seat has worn excessively and the buckets are riding on the cams off-lobe that is the bare minimum rebuild, and that's assuming free labor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMMJKL Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 At 106K my Legacy hydrolocked from a stuck open injector. Ventured over to Nasioc and found an 08 WRX longblock for 3,000. Comes with everything but an oil pan, upgraded with ACL bearings, as well as an STI crank. In the process of putting it back together now. Also built at a Subaru dealership, so that's a nice little peace of mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 I highly suggest not buying a used turbo subaru motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted May 14, 2012 I Donated Share Posted May 14, 2012 I highly suggest not buying a used turbo subaru motor. That's like saying you shouldn't buy a used turbo Subaru. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmx045 Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 you can test drive a used subaru before you buy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted May 14, 2012 Moderators Share Posted May 14, 2012 you can test drive a used subaru before you buy it. Not if you fly to Detroit and plan to drive it back to DC "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 I'm betting mine will be north of 4000, maybe more towards 4500. May be some day during this week when it's raining I'll add up the cost so far. Just ran some quick numbers, I'm closing in on $5000, with the new clutch and FW insert. I had the machine shop do a few more things just because it's easier for them then it is for me. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocHolladay23 Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 Mine came in at just under $6k for a complete rebuild and all the labor. That includes forged pistons, upgraded bearings, new timing belt/h2o pump, etc.. A bit on the high side IMO but it was done by a reputable shop that I *hope* will have my back should another problem arise. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] You want stickers? Hit me up here!!! You want a shirt? Hit me up here!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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