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Looking at an 01 ob with the 6 cylinder. Will that be more reliable than the ej25 that just blew the gaskets?

Looking at an 01 ob with the 6 cylinder. Will that be more reliable than the ej25 that just blew the gaskets?

Where are you guys finding people to do the swap for 500??? No one in college station is quoting less than 1300.

I drive 70 miles round trip to work and often 125 miles round trip on the weekends when my daughter is in the hospital. I would like my next car to last me two years. I already feel like my car lacks umph... I would worry the 2.2 would disappoint. But if it gave me a couple more years abs i could actually find someone to put it in I'd be happy. The two mechanics I've asked to price it here both said 1300+. Grrrr...

Is there a good/trusted Subaru mechanic in or near Bryan/College Station who could do an engine swap for me?

The guys at the subaru outback forum suggested i post here. .. I'm in a pickle. Head gaskets blown on my 97 Outback (212k) and I don't have much money. I have a couple options: 1) Rebuild for $2600 (IF the heads aren't cracked); 2) Replace engine with one from swengines for $2600 total; or 3) Buy a 99-03 Outback, Legacy or Impreza for $3000-$3500. Is it a crap shoot either way? Is there a late 90s or early 2000s that is really good? Or should I go 04 Passat wagon? (I think I know the answer to that one!)