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Old 16-09-2018, 07:48 PM
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Evening gents, looking for some advice please. My wrx engine is on the way out and it’s going to need a bottom end rebuild. There’s a bit of movement in the crankshaft and a bit of piston slap too. The plan is to fix it and sell. Who would you recommend to do the work and roughly what will it cost. Not looking to upgrade this car anymore, want to sell and buy an sti. Many thanks.
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Old 16-09-2018, 09:45 PM
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Probably cheaper to drop a second hand short block in it, must be plenty out there for a WRX
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Old 17-09-2018, 04:15 AM
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Probably cheaper to drop a second hand short block in it, must be plenty out there for a WRX
Totally Agree,if you was looking to keep it for the long run then the added expense of a fresh rebuild for longevity is the way to go,,,just find a good working second hand engine from a reliable seller and drop it in...Job done.SJ.
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Old 17-09-2018, 06:35 PM
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Thanks for the advice. Can you recommend anyone fairly local to Brighton who can do the work?
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Old 17-09-2018, 07:36 PM
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Very slim pickings tuner wise that are close to Brighton.SJ.
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Old 17-09-2018, 08:06 PM
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Have you tried SMD in Newhaven, the guys there may even be able to source you a short motor?
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Old 17-09-2018, 08:15 PM
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No, will give them a try. I’ve always used Stuart at sussex mobile but I’m guessing he’s really busy at the mo as I can’t contact him.
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Old 17-09-2018, 08:33 PM
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Can't recommend SMD enough, speak to Brent.
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Old 17-09-2018, 11:59 PM
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Highly recommend Stuart down in Berwick
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Absolute legend An does everything from simple serviceing to full rebuilds
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