So here's a friendly warning about engine warranty I unfortunately had to find out about.

I purchased my reman engine directly from the parts supplier, as it saved the $400 markup the mechanic would have charged.

After a month, the oil was rapidly disappearing. Brought it back to the shop and they found that an oil seal was damaged inside - this was the way it was supplied. So the parts supplier warrantied the work.

Then I learned that the "warranty" means that they only cover $60/hr shop rate. My mechanic is $125/hr. So for something that came faulty from the supplier, I was out of pocket another $200. (still ahead $200 tho')

Lesson: Read the fine print.


The fun doesn't end.
A few weeks ago I had a loud rattling in the engine compartment. Turns out the exhaust header needed to be planed to fit back onto the new block. Not sure why it took so long after the install to creep up, but I think it was because it was all apart for the engine replacement.

My intent is not to just complain here, but just to give some forewarned advice on what to look out for when you go down the path of a new engine.
Get a good mechanic who will treat you fairly when trouble crops up.

But I gotta say, the machine runs smooooth and better gas mileage. I also notice less frame vibrations through the gas pedal, again, nice an smoooth.