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Ebay, Craigslist, Classifieds, is just a start. . .
 
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The best-cheapest-reliable route:
1. Find a 6bolt that hasn't been bored over a bunch of times.
2. Get it to a machine shop with all new oem stuff, have them do it up
3. install yourself.

You can always junkyard an engine, but nowadays that is kind of risky. A lot of junkyard dsm's are on there 3rd junkyarded motor already. :)

You can order an engine that is "jdm" from an engine importer.

Buy a built one from a vendor, it's reliable but expensive.

Order a fresh rebuild from a engine remanufacturer(Think Jasper)

As said above, use the internet to get a used one from some one.
 
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My issue im seeing is they're like 1300 to 2000 usd. At that price im only about 1000 off from buying a whole new eclipse all together. Where do people get these "500" dollar engines they're always talking about. Its always like "LOL MY MOTOR BLEW JUST GONNA THROW IN ANOTHER 500 DOLLAR ONE THIS WEEKEND"

And im simply not seeing that shit.
 
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It's not easy to find a complete long block. Let alone at a decent price.

You can find one in a car that someone might be parting out, as long as you get to it before half of the motor is picked over. You can check the junkyards, classifieds, etc. When I bought mine, I found someone who had actually bought a JDM motor from one of the yards that imports them and lost interest in doing a swap.

Thing was, at the time I was such a fucking DSM nubb, I really got fucked on the price. Not necessarily that the guy screwed me over (he didn't), but I just didn't know what to look for and I could have easily walked away with that motor for $300 less than what I payed for it.

If you're looking for a long block, then I'd try to do what I listed above. If you're looking to do a complete build, start with a bare block, and go from there. Personally, I could have saved a lot of money if I would have started from a bare block instead of a long block.

What are your plans? Complete rebuild or just a swap?
 
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Chris72b9 said:
It's not easy to find a complete long block. Let alone at a decent price.

You can find one in a car that someone might be parting out, as long as you get to it before half of the motor is picked over. You can check the junkyards, classifieds, etc. When I bought mine, I found someone who had actually bought a JDM motor from one of the yards that imports them and lost interest in doing a swap.

Thing was, at the time I was such a fucking DSM nubb, I really got fucked on the price. Not necessarily that the guy screwed me over (he didn't), but I just didn't know what to look for and I could have easily walked away with that motor for $300 less than what I payed for it.

If you're looking for a long block, then I'd try to do what I listed above. If you're looking to do a complete build, start with a bare block, and go from there. Personally, I could have saved a lot of money if I would have started from a bare block instead of a long block.

What are your plans? Complete rebuild or just a swap?
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I just want a 6 bolt with decent milage to do a swap with. I have very modest at most plans. Just want around 275 hp to the wheels when its all said and done.

Now if I could buy an engine built that could do those kinda numbers on a stock turbo that would be fantastic too.
 
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If your "modest build" is only asking for 275HP then why the thirst for a six bolt motor? Your seven bolt is more than capable of easily producing that number and you'll save A LOT of cash money millionairs...

I'm not thwarting your efforts just an informality of a question is all.
 
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perfect_storm said:
If your "modest build" is only asking for 275HP then why the thirst for a six bolt motor? Your seven bolt is more than capable of easily producing that number and you'll save A LOT of cash money millionairs...

I'm not thwarting your efforts just an informality of a question is all.
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Because we all say we want something and then we become bored with it. I dont wanna drop a lot of money then deside "fuck this I want more power."
 
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I understand that however, this is what i'm trying to communicate. I don't think that you'll get to the point where you will be required or rather wishing you'd have gotten a six bolt. Buschur's Talon makes amazing power and it's a 7 bolt. Mind you they also have a 7 second six bolt as well. if you're going to break 10's the least of your worries is a 6 or 7 bolt configuration. Hell the 420 that Robert has is almost there. So do yourself a favor and save some greenbacks and make the most of what you have for you, not for the enthusiast that's seen it a million times over.

Again, please don't curse and yell this is my humble opinion.
 
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perfect_storm said:
I understand that however, this is what i'm trying to communicate. I don't think that you'll get to the point where you will be required or rather wishing you'd have gotten a six bolt. Buschur's Talon makes amazing power and it's a 7 bolt. Mind you they also have a 7 second six bolt as well. if you're going to break 10's the least of your worries is a 6 or 7 bolt configuration. Hell the 420 that Robert has is almost there. So do yourself a favor and save some greenbacks and make the most of what you have for you, not for the enthusiast that's seen it a million times over.

Again, please don't curse and yell this is my humble opinion.
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*Curses yells"

Nah jk why would anyone insult you for your opinion?
 
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Why are you so determined to get a 6bolt? I dont see it. Get a jdm 7 bolt with low miles and spend the rest on unpgrades. Why waste all your money on a 6 bolt and swap for no difference in performance??? Unless I am missing something, 7 bolts are just as capable for street and even strip than any regular 6 bolt.
 
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Because people brainwash him into thinking 7 bolts are crap, either because their ports are a bit smaller, or because of the dreaded crankwalk. 7 Bolts are JUST as capable as 6 bolts, I don't see why it's such a big deal either.
Okay maybe not brainwashed but you get the point.

OP. You do realize the stock internals on the 7bolts hold up to 400hp just fine right?
Instead of touching the engine (besides maintenance, that should be #1 on your list)
get yourself a decent fuel setup, and turbo setup.

I have a gt35r, 1000cc injectors, walbro 255, Aeromotive AFPR, blabidy blah on a stock 7 bolt block.
Just remember to do your maintainence first
 
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In the grand scheme of things,there's not a ton of difference between the two engines.

We've all heard the stories of crank walk in 7 Bolts. The 6 bolt engines are not famous for having this problem, so they've traditionally been the more trouble free engine in regards to crank walk.

You can argue this either way all day with which engine might be better.

Unless your engine is already broken where you need to swap it out anyways, stay with the 7 bolt. They are good engines and can put out a ton of power. It's been mentioned a couple of times in this tread but, PREVENTIVE maintenance (P.M.) is the key. That goes for any engine.

275hp is no problem for either of these stock engines. You still want to do your homework and P.M. first though.

The GT35r Turbo is capable of putting about WELL above the 275hp your thinking about.

Good luck and show 7 bolts some love.
 
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