My Engine Needs Help - What To Do
Well folks add me to the engine failure poll.
A month ago my baby was running perfectly. I got a fresh oil change from grease monkey. They switched me over to Pennzoil Platinum synthetic and I used some good oil treatment. Then the knocking started. Subtle at first and then louder. Actually the knocking went away with some throttle at first. I had a mechanic check it out and was told that between the oil and the treatment the engine was cleaned and all the junk clogged some oil pump filter and restricted oil flow and then a rod bearing went out. He said he found shavings in the oil pan and filter. She still starts and runs but there is an obvious rod knock. i haven't driven it since I got this information so it's still in the repairable stage. The only shop in town that does engine rebuilds is giving me an estimate of $3500 to rebuild the motor. I have taken good care of my VX inside and out and overall she is in imacculate condition.
Should I sell it? Should I get the motor rebuilt?
I guess somewhere I am hoping for a cheaper solution to this because I still owe money on the car. It doesn't look good though.
I have searched the forum for thoughts so I guess I am just upset and ranting. This sucks!
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