been out of the honda game for a little bit. currently driving a 2000 ex with b16 a(si clone). all is fine, but looking for a bit more power. Instead of sinking money into the torque-less monster(i do love the revs of it tho) ive decided to build a motor for a winter project, so on the hunt i go, currently looking at 2 gsr motors for sale. one is 250 for a complete long block, hone at the least, from the looks, although rods and pistons have been pulled so i can actually see inside of cyl walls. also has girdle and crank of course. 2nd is bare long block for 200, and again looks to be at least a hone. so question or two. what do look for besides crack in cyl walls and checking with bore gauge? and better off to start from scratch or pick up the complete and completely disassemble it, replacing and and measuring as i go? not looking for a ripping motor, just something to keep up with my 3.5 se altima sedan.

 

Thread title will need to be more accurate, at first glance this appears to be a mispost and should belong in the value thread, once reading it's much more than that.

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I'd personally get the complete long block and rebuild to either OE or go boost.
No, there is no 'mild build' option without sinking money into a dingey expecting a speed a boat performance wise.

 

so is it a short block or a long block? a long block has the head on it. cause a longblock for under 500 is a steal.

 

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agreed

 

If you're just doing a stock rebuild, I would get the "complete" motor - $50 for pistons and rods would save you some money, hoping they aren't damaged.

While looking for cracks in the sleeves, also feel for any grooves or scratches. If you can feel it with your fingernail, the block will need to be bored, and you'll have to replace the pistons anyway. Also, there are certain parts you should always replace - rings, bearings, seals, and timing components.