Hey guys question is like the title anyone know the availability of a 350 in a sfl junkyard and the approximate cost. Seen jeggs has a baseline 350 long block with 200hp at 5000 rpms(doesnt help much at t those rpms) for 2k. Would i be better off getting a crate motor and starting from there or just start from a junker.
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Junkyard 350 or crate
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Slidin Gator
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Are you going Direct Drive? The answer depends on what you are trying to achieve here. Unless I know the engine history, I don't just slap in a junkyard motor, but lot's of folks do with plenty of success. If I'm using junkyard parts it's all for a new rebuild. A rebuilt crate motor is a good way to start and you can have them put in an RV cam for a decent direct drive.
That said, the only thing a 350 motor has going for it in a direct drive application is low cost. There are lot's of better engine options for direct drive. If this is low budget and you are starting with nothing a dressed crate motor for $2K is not a bad option. Does that include everything to run, or just a long block (no carb, no ignition, no alternator etc.).
That said, the only thing a 350 motor has going for it in a direct drive application is low cost. There are lot's of better engine options for direct drive. If this is low budget and you are starting with nothing a dressed crate motor for $2K is not a bad option. Does that include everything to run, or just a long block (no carb, no ignition, no alternator etc.).
One Eyed Gator
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If you know what the motor you want came out of try this
www.car-parts.com
It is a search engine for all junkyards
www.car-parts.com
It is a search engine for all junkyards
Slidin Gator
Well-known member
If you know how to inspect a used motor go for it. All you have to loose is $1000 and your time.