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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by ron d, Aug 11, 2012.

  1. ron d
    Joined: Aug 11, 2012
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    ron d
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    any one delt with phoenix motors
     
  2. tb33anda3rd
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  3. Retro Jim
    Joined: May 27, 2007
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    Same question , different day !
    Remember to INTRODUCE yourself First !
    Then do a very simple search .
    Then you might survive !
    There are enough builder to build you just about any engine near you so why buy from a place that you just see on a computer screen or on Evilbay ? There are a ton of Dealerships near you that will sell you a good crate engine with a good guarantee . Why not start there first ?

    Retro Jim
     
  4. ron d
    Joined: Aug 11, 2012
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    good advise thanks
     
  5. brokenspoke
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    I always thought crate motors were new.....all others were rebuilt.....
     
  6. tommy
    Joined: Mar 3, 2001
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    The term crate motor has morphed over the years. The original term meant that you were buying a new motor in the crate as it was delivered to the ***embly plant. Brand new and never run before.

    Today any engine rebuilt in the many engine rebuild mills are called crate motors but I agree with you a true crate motor is not a rebuilt motor.
     
  7. 40FordGuy
    Joined: Mar 24, 2008
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    Ditto...check with local dealers....... Ask outright, where the engines come from.

    4TTRUK
     
  8. jcmarz
    Joined: Jan 10, 2010
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    jcmarz
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    from Chino, Ca

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