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BLEW A ROD!!!! D16Z6... is a Engine Swap cheaper?

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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 09:19 PM
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I just got my 94' CIVIC SI this past Dec and was on the highway this weekend.. I pushed the motor too hard, i wasn't thinking, running 3500 rpm's 85 MPH for over 30 min, just keeping up with Cali traffic, like a moron.. then knock knock knock!!! Taking it to a Honda Mechanic, but don't what to expect.. im thinking of dropping a new engine if its cheaper.. any suggestions.... thanks
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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 10:10 PM
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Where r u located in cali I might know somewhere. A new single cam would bed easier and cheaper you could find em cheap
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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 10:18 PM
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Well i gotta place in San Diego but i mainly live inAZ
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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 10:34 PM
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Yeah that's a drive I would search the classifieds here in the market place for a cheap used engine.
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Old Jan 16, 2012 | 01:01 PM
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I recently sold my old single cam engine for $200. Swapping it will most likely be cheaper and easier than rebuilding the engine.
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