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Title: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: Axemanjay on May 02, 2009, 12:17:48 PM: Hey Guys..

I have a 92 YJ 2.5l that needs an engine rebuild. I have the master rebuild kit, but the space and time is limited.

Does someone have a contact for a backyard mechanic that could do the job without breaking the bank or wanting my first born?

Thanks
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: sn4cktime on May 02, 2009, 02:32:37 PM: Talk to Bnine or, ...can't remember his handle..... named Dave I think. I'm sure some others can chime in here.
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: rws on May 02, 2009, 06:15:40 PM: GEARHEAD is a 2.5l aficionado(expert) who might do it for you.

He frequents this forum.

BRINE is another guy who knows his stuff.
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: Fredduck on May 02, 2009, 06:24:29 PM: Quote from: rws on May 02, 2009, 06:15:40 PM
GEARHEAD is a 2.5l aficionado(expert) who might do it for you.

He frequents this forum.

BRINE is another guy who knows his stuff.

:DI think thats BNINE but I have heard he is an "OLD" salt ;D
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: fug on May 02, 2009, 10:07:25 PM: Bnine is more of a fabricator than an engine rebuilder. Gearhead would build you an awesome 2.5... but he's not cheap and he doesn't cut corners. He knows his stuff and does it up right. LEMON-AID JAY at Chanda motors is a good guy too... you might drop him a line and see if he can help you out.

We've got a few other guys who are mechanics on the board just not sure if they do side work. They'll probably chime in if they have the space/time/desire to take on a project like this.
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: dunl on May 02, 2009, 10:25:19 PM: First question....do you really want a rebuild, or do you just want a running engine?

I'm not trying to be an azz....but just making sure you want a rebuild, as engines should be cheap to come by if you are just looking for a replacement. 8)
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: Axemanjay on May 02, 2009, 10:54:23 PM: I have a running engine, it is making alot of bearing noise (to what i can tell). I have pretty much done all my own work, but, fall short on the engine rebuild side.

I have not yet found a replacement 2.5 around the city, or even a core to rebuild.
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: LEMON-AID JAY on May 02, 2009, 11:03:24 PM: You can give me a call on Monday at the shop 287 3350 see if I can do something to help you out
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: Axemanjay on May 02, 2009, 11:06:36 PM: will do...i don't get off work til 3:30.
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: WagoneerXJ on May 03, 2009, 01:07:21 PM: there is one in the for sale section...$600 with tranny and t-case
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: Toyman on May 03, 2009, 01:59:12 PM: http://forum.calgaryjeep.com/index.php?topic=12651.0
Title: Re: Looking for a backyard Mechanic to rebuild...
Post by: BrokenAxle on May 03, 2009, 07:07:55 PM: i used to do work until some douche bag reported me to the city and amvic (with no consequences, AT ALL by the way) and all for no good reason.

now i stricktly work on referals.

but thanks for thinking of me.

Dave