ajordan9

I just received a motor from CCR and threw it in last weekend. My Father in-law is a mechanic so he directed traffic from the side lines. This engine (my first replacement) was easy. Total of 11 hours for me. Before this the most extensive wrench work was alternator/starter/brakes type work. What I am trying to say is if you know someone with the right tools it is an easy swap. With all that said I paid just under $3K for the engine. Mine is a 99 with 62,XXX on it so the cost was a little easier to justify. Good luck.

Thanks for the advice on CCR Inc. They seem to be my best option at this point.

Phillip I know very litttle about engines but I am curious as to what spun rod bearing is. Forgive me for being engine illiterate. When the dealer emptied the oil out they claimed to see chrome particles. Are comparing apples to apples here.

I guess I will keep adding to my own post. This is my wifes car and she is now claiming there was "a ticking sound". After going through the repair and mod section it describes something similiar. Would have this caused the engine failure I now have. Also when the dealer let the oil out he claims that there was chrome in the oil. Any advice will be appreciated.

Does this model have the EA82 engine?

I purchased this vehilcle with 44,xxx miles 16 months ago. Since then I have replaced two transmissions, thankfully under warranty. Now at 64,xxx the engine has had major cam bearing damage. I purchased a Subaru due to it being known as reliable. So far a nightmare. I am now looking at putting a motor in it at a cost of arouns $2500 for a rebuilt with 6 months warranty. Can anyone give me any info on what the deal might be or did I just get a p.o.s. Is this model known for these issues? 2.5l auto. Someone please shed some light.