GregoryRyan
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- Jul 22, 2013
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Millstadt,
Illinois
So I am getting ready to have my motor rebuilt for my 1997 Eclipse GS-T in the next month or so, problem is that I am not sure which shop to go with or if there is anything near me I should consider/stay away from. I have no plan to race this car, and it will mostly be used for a night out with my wife or cruises on my back country roads so I don't need anything crazy. I'm basically looking for an OEM rebuild for peace of mind.
Right now I am looking at having Strickly Performance do my rebuild, going with their OEM long block rebuild (http://strictlyperformance.parts/sh...m-rebuilt-long-block-1g-2g-dsm-evo-8-9-engine) and it looks like its going to be in the mid to high 3k range in regards to cost. I am completely open to other vendors and reputable shops, and even possibly having a local shop do it for more of a convenience. Obviously, Id like to go as cheap as possible without cutting any corners.
I have other considered finding a parts car that has a good running motor/trans and pulling/swapping the motor into my car. As well I have considered going to a shop locally (or close to local) that most importantly knows these cars and having them do it. I could really use some guidance/outside opinions from this knowledgeable community.
Any suggestions on a local shop/vendor? I'm located in STL MO (63052 area code), and I'm willing to drive a bit to find a good shop. Strictly Performance worth the money? Any other place cheaper? Is the price for an OEM rebuild good? Right now all I have is my wife to throw ideas at and could really use some other inputs.
Thanks for taking the time to read and help!
Quick edit: I currently I have a 7 bolt engine from my 1997 Eclipse GS-T with a spun rod bearing (at least that was the issue I was told it had). I would ideally like to stick with this block if possible. Id also only be looking at having a longblock built for simplicity.
Right now I am looking at having Strickly Performance do my rebuild, going with their OEM long block rebuild (http://strictlyperformance.parts/sh...m-rebuilt-long-block-1g-2g-dsm-evo-8-9-engine) and it looks like its going to be in the mid to high 3k range in regards to cost. I am completely open to other vendors and reputable shops, and even possibly having a local shop do it for more of a convenience. Obviously, Id like to go as cheap as possible without cutting any corners.
I have other considered finding a parts car that has a good running motor/trans and pulling/swapping the motor into my car. As well I have considered going to a shop locally (or close to local) that most importantly knows these cars and having them do it. I could really use some guidance/outside opinions from this knowledgeable community.
Any suggestions on a local shop/vendor? I'm located in STL MO (63052 area code), and I'm willing to drive a bit to find a good shop. Strictly Performance worth the money? Any other place cheaper? Is the price for an OEM rebuild good? Right now all I have is my wife to throw ideas at and could really use some other inputs.
Thanks for taking the time to read and help!
Quick edit: I currently I have a 7 bolt engine from my 1997 Eclipse GS-T with a spun rod bearing (at least that was the issue I was told it had). I would ideally like to stick with this block if possible. Id also only be looking at having a longblock built for simplicity.
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