need a new 4.3 long block, any advise please.

tayznild

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i am looking for the best company to buy a new 4.3 long block or complete engine.
 

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Re: need a new 4.3 long block, any advise please.

Well not new but rebuilt... These fellas have a warranty, ship to your door, and no core charge.. http://www.rapidomarine.com/

A few on here have used em with success...

I have seen some sites that sell brand new engines with vortec heads online but I can't recall where.. If you go complete"turn key" get ready to bust out the bucks...
 

tayznild

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Re: need a new 4.3 long block, any advise please.

is there any parts from 4.3 trucks or van that i can exchange to reduce costs? like heads, block, cams etc...
 

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Re: need a new 4.3 long block, any advise please.

is there any parts from 4.3 trucks or van that i can exchange to reduce costs? like heads, block, cams etc...

Ayuh,... You can use the Whole truck motor if ya want...
 

tayznild

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Re: need a new 4.3 long block, any advise please.

when you seid truck you mean pick up like the sonoma or s1o?
 

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Re: need a new 4.3 long block, any advise please.

A chevy 4.3.. Your boat doesn't care if it a GMC or a Chevrolet truck.. I would hunt down one with vortec heads 91 or newer..
Good luck
 
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