twinckler Posted August 6, 2005 Share Posted August 6, 2005 Sigh. A few months ago we got a 1997 OB (140,000)with 2.5l. It had been torn down by previous owner, who replaced one side head gasket and some other things. The other day, found a bad (probably rear main seal) oil leak and engine started knocking. Mechanic sez it's a rod, and he will replace for just over $3,000 with used engine. Is there an alternative that makes sense? I fear the 2.5's overall history. How about if I swap a 2.2l in its place? Easy to do? Or, should I just dump it for what I can get for car (very nice looking, all other mechanical great) and get beyond this? Thanks, board members for helping me solve this riddle. Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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