Auto Zone long block
Thread Starter
Pro
Joined: Nov 1999
Posts: 659
Likes: 0
From: Woodland Ca
Auto Zone long block
I stopped by the Auto Zone here in town to pick up a part and asked just for a grin how much a short block was. They don't carry short blocks but do carry a long block for my '89 L98. They are telling me that they can get me a complete long block for $1499.00. There is even a one year warrentee also.
Has anyone had any firsthand experence or heard anything good or bad about a Corvette engine trough Auto Zone?
My understanding is that you can't find anymore aluminum heads anymore therefore there isn't any long blocks for my year car.
This price (1499.00) seems a little low. Is it?
Does anyone know of anyplace in the Sacramento California area that's competative?
Thanks for the feedback!
Has anyone had any firsthand experence or heard anything good or bad about a Corvette engine trough Auto Zone?
My understanding is that you can't find anymore aluminum heads anymore therefore there isn't any long blocks for my year car.
This price (1499.00) seems a little low. Is it?
Does anyone know of anyplace in the Sacramento California area that's competative?
Thanks for the feedback!
Advanced
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 71
Likes: 0
From: Fairbanks AK
Re: Auto Zone long block (BIG K)
What do you mean you can't find any aluminum heads anymore? GM still manufactures the L98 D-port head, it is casting #10088113, and comes installed on the GM ZZ4 long-block crate engine.
Does the $1500 Autozone long block come with the aluminum corvette heads? Remember, you are probably also paying for an intake manifold, distributor, and carb if you buy the long-block from Autozone. You won't use any of that on your corvette. You can buy a ZZ4 short block from Jegs for $1200. Bolt on your stock heads and components and you're ready to roll.
[Modified by Turismo, 11:30 AM 11/3/2001]
Does the $1500 Autozone long block come with the aluminum corvette heads? Remember, you are probably also paying for an intake manifold, distributor, and carb if you buy the long-block from Autozone. You won't use any of that on your corvette. You can buy a ZZ4 short block from Jegs for $1200. Bolt on your stock heads and components and you're ready to roll.
[Modified by Turismo, 11:30 AM 11/3/2001]
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 2,516
Likes: 0
From: Lockport NY
Re: Auto Zone long block (Turismo)
Still, that's not a bad price for a long block...Does it come with correct oil pan and oil pump, too?
I would definately look into this...*If* it has aluminum heads...And necessary block mods for roller cam...
Are you certain they're not just going to promise 2 - 3 weeks delivery, and then turn your core/trade-in around on you???
...Just a thought...I'm paranoid...(But am I paranoid enough???)... :D
[Modified by Rich B., 6:39 AM 11/3/2001]
I would definately look into this...*If* it has aluminum heads...And necessary block mods for roller cam...
Are you certain they're not just going to promise 2 - 3 weeks delivery, and then turn your core/trade-in around on you???
...Just a thought...I'm paranoid...(But am I paranoid enough???)... :D
[Modified by Rich B., 6:39 AM 11/3/2001]
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 1999
Posts: 765
Likes: 11
Cruise-In I Veteran
Re: Auto Zone long block (BIG K)
I would stay away from it unless you are looking to sell your car right after the swap. My experience has been that the engines that AutoZone, Discount Auto, etc sell have not been rebuilt to very high standards. Most have been "repaired" of what was wrong, but not really been rebuilt correctly. I've got some stories of motors from auto parts stores... :eek:
We sell rebuilt engines from a company called "Jasper" and they are top quality rebuilt engines that I would put in my car. Also for that kind of money, I would suggest going with a GM crate motor. Good luck.:)
We sell rebuilt engines from a company called "Jasper" and they are top quality rebuilt engines that I would put in my car. Also for that kind of money, I would suggest going with a GM crate motor. Good luck.:)
Instructor
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 129
Likes: 0
From: Fairfield,ohio,usa
Re: Auto Zone long block (lowflyer)
auto zone moters suck. I have put a couple in cars at work and we no longer will do that because of problems. One engine didnt even have the casting plugs in it. another one had a head bolt not even put in. stay away
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 1,316
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Re: Auto Zone long block (5liter eater)
Not too long ago I went thru 4 rebuilt alternators from Auto Zone before we found one that worked. Don't think I would want to chance one of their engines. I think I would find a reputable engine rebuilder and go that route before an autozone rebuild. Check out the GM crate engine with 330 HP with the Vortec heads, get the tpi intake from Scroggin Dickey Chevrolet, Remove and replace, then rock and roll. Engine is about $2000.00 and is brand new. I think the GM crate motors have 3 year, 50,000 mile warranty.
Safety Car
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 4,329
Likes: 10
From: Cape Coral fl
Re: Auto Zone long block (Turismo)
What do you mean you can't find any aluminum heads anymore? GM still manufactures the L98 D-port head, it is casting #10088113, and comes installed on the GM ZZ4 long-block crate engine.
Does the $1500 Autozone long block come with the aluminum corvette heads? Remember, you are probably also paying for an intake manifold, distributor, and carb if you buy the long-block from Autozone. You won't use any of that on your corvette. You can buy a ZZ4 short block from Jegs for $1200. Bolt on your stock heads and components and you're ready to roll.
[Modified by Turismo, 11:30 AM 11/3/2001]
Does the $1500 Autozone long block come with the aluminum corvette heads? Remember, you are probably also paying for an intake manifold, distributor, and carb if you buy the long-block from Autozone. You won't use any of that on your corvette. You can buy a ZZ4 short block from Jegs for $1200. Bolt on your stock heads and components and you're ready to roll.
[Modified by Turismo, 11:30 AM 11/3/2001]
I have some news for you, Jegs sells the ZZ4 short block for $1999.99!!
Tony
Instructor
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 203
Likes: 0
From: peoria, illinois, united states
Re: Auto Zone long block (BIG K)
Stay away from Auto Zone's engines, they use ***. parts in these engines.
You would be lucky to get 50,000miles out of one of these engines.
I put a new crate motor in one of my car's from GM and yes my engine has a
3yr./50,000 mile warranty. Stay with a new GM motor if you replace it.
You would be lucky to get 50,000miles out of one of these engines.
I put a new crate motor in one of my car's from GM and yes my engine has a
3yr./50,000 mile warranty. Stay with a new GM motor if you replace it.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)
Joe Kucinski
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!
Brett Foote
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!
Michael S. Palmer
Advanced
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 71
Likes: 0
From: Fairbanks AK
Re: Auto Zone long block (KLLRVET)
I'm not saying the Autozone engine is any good, but what is wrong with Japanese parts? LOL! I was going to buy some made in USA U-joints for the vette, but they didn't have a warranty on them. I bought some "Premium High Performance off-road" U-joints which were constructed much better, had a lifetime warranty, and guess what--they were made in Japan! :rolleyes:
[Modified by Turismo, 4:31 AM 11/7/2001]
[Modified by Turismo, 4:31 AM 11/7/2001]
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 1999
Posts: 765
Likes: 11
Cruise-In I Veteran
Re: Auto Zone long block (zikuslt1)
Stay away from Auto Zone's engines, they use ***. parts in these engines.
[Modified by lowflyer, 9:07 AM 11/4/2001]
Thread Starter
Pro
Joined: Nov 1999
Posts: 659
Likes: 0
From: Woodland Ca
Re: Auto Zone long block (lowflyer)
Thanks for your responces!
Turismo, do you have a web page for Jegs? What all is involved with the short block work wise and about how long should it take a "average guy to put the motor together?
Rich B.,I don't know what all it comes with at this point. I was taken by suprise about the price on the long block. I'm trying to be cost effective and shop smart. These( the questions that you raised) are what I'm going to be armed with when I go back to Auto Zone.
Lowflyer, What's the name of the company that sells crate motors from Jaspers? Does that company and Jasper have web pages that I can check out and buy from?
HWoods, can you go into more detail about the complete brand new 330 HP motor for $2,000.00. Is there a web page that I can see all this information? I wonder how much shipping and core charge is? It sure would be great to go from a car with 240-245 HP to 330!
Thanks so much again!
Turismo, do you have a web page for Jegs? What all is involved with the short block work wise and about how long should it take a "average guy to put the motor together?
Rich B.,I don't know what all it comes with at this point. I was taken by suprise about the price on the long block. I'm trying to be cost effective and shop smart. These( the questions that you raised) are what I'm going to be armed with when I go back to Auto Zone.
Lowflyer, What's the name of the company that sells crate motors from Jaspers? Does that company and Jasper have web pages that I can check out and buy from?
HWoods, can you go into more detail about the complete brand new 330 HP motor for $2,000.00. Is there a web page that I can see all this information? I wonder how much shipping and core charge is? It sure would be great to go from a car with 240-245 HP to 330!
Thanks so much again!
Thread Starter
Pro
Joined: Nov 1999
Posts: 659
Likes: 0
From: Woodland Ca
Re: Auto Zone long block (BIG K)
I found the web pages for Jegs and Jaspers. Indeed Jegs sale must be over, their price is $1999.00. I did however find a motor at Jaspers for $1473.33!http://www.jasperengines.com/frames.html
Has anyone had any experience with these people or this motor? What's the difference between this motor and the other 2 offered other than price?
These motors appear to be compete. Yes?
Thanks again!
Has anyone had any experience with these people or this motor? What's the difference between this motor and the other 2 offered other than price?
These motors appear to be compete. Yes?
Thanks again!
Instructor
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 203
Likes: 0
From: peoria, illinois, united states
Re: Auto Zone long block (lowflyer)
I'm not saying that all ***. parts are bad but parts no matter where they are made are made to the company's specs. Some specs are better than others. I know that my new Goodwrench 350 is a much better engine than what Autozone sells. A freind of mine bought one there and took very good care of this engine and then started to have major problems with it just after the warranty period was over. I know that most ***. cars are a much better engineered vehicle than a domestic but in my opinion you can't get the bang for the buck like you can with a nice Vette.
Race Director
Joined: May 2001
Posts: 14,165
Likes: 9
Re: Auto Zone long block (lowflyer)
Perhaps his wording was a little strong. There is however the principal of the thing, you don't go putting a honda motor in a corvette.
BTW, he may well have driven an import. I've driven plenty and I wouldn't own any one of them. Sure, they make ultra-reliable, boring cars. I don't see too much benefit to a car in which the alternator costs $300 (the last Camry owner I knew) and can't be replaced by an human. Or one in which replacing something as simple as a belt requires 5 hours (Mazda 323) . If something goes wrong with a car, and it will no matter who made it, I would like to be able to do something about it rather than just scratch my head and look at the mystery box they call an engine.
Anyway, back to the motor. If the Autozone motors are anything like the motors at Advance, they are crap. The local Advance stores have them on display and they are just terrible, the pistons are cast and still have the sand marks in them, about as smooth as the outside of the block.
BTW, he may well have driven an import. I've driven plenty and I wouldn't own any one of them. Sure, they make ultra-reliable, boring cars. I don't see too much benefit to a car in which the alternator costs $300 (the last Camry owner I knew) and can't be replaced by an human. Or one in which replacing something as simple as a belt requires 5 hours (Mazda 323) . If something goes wrong with a car, and it will no matter who made it, I would like to be able to do something about it rather than just scratch my head and look at the mystery box they call an engine.
Anyway, back to the motor. If the Autozone motors are anything like the motors at Advance, they are crap. The local Advance stores have them on display and they are just terrible, the pistons are cast and still have the sand marks in them, about as smooth as the outside of the block.
Thread Starter
Pro
Joined: Nov 1999
Posts: 659
Likes: 0
From: Woodland Ca
Re: Auto Zone long block (zikuslt1)
Gentlemen, that's all enlightning but not either here or there. I'm still looking to replace my tired CORVETTE engine. I'm trying to weigh the cost and quailty of complete and will even look at using a short block engines. I think we can talk brand or company, instead of getting bogged down on if it was made in the U.S., Japan, or elsewhere.
I would still like to know if anyone has any experience with Jaspers?
Thanks
I would still like to know if anyone has any experience with Jaspers?
Thanks
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 2,683
Likes: 0
Re: Auto Zone long block (HiRiser)
I've got Japanese berings in my tranny and Japanese spark plugs in my engine and a Japanese dude in my trunk! Err.. umm.. well, that's all true except for that last part :D