Dave

I meant rod bearing, not crank. Sorry.

Regarding replacing with used engine, that's where we're split - I'd like to
try and my wife doesn't. A local mechanic who I trust gave me the name of
someone he's sent a "100 people" to and no complaints. Hmmm. Sounds
against the odds to me. Anyway, at least there's someone with some
experience to draw on.

Bought a new 04 Grand Prix and not sure which I like better - the 94 Cutlass
or the GP.

Thanks,
Dave




"el Diablo" <nomail@spam.not> wrote in message
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> "Dave" <notForMe@cinci.rr.com> wrote in message
> news:b93yd.15819$mA3.10652@fe2.columbus.rr.com...
>> My 3.1L, 120K miles, intake manifold failed and lots of coolant in oil.
> Had
>> it fixed (knowing there could be more problems) and sure enough after
>> only
> a
>> couple of hundred miles (or less) there's a pretty good knock now.
> Suspect
>> a main bushing?
>>
>> Any sense in having that fixed or is it likely just good money down the
>> drain?
>>
>> Absolutely love the car!
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Dave
>>
>>
>
> It could be a main but when you hear a knock that is in time with one
> cylinder that's usually a rod bearing. None the less you will probably
> need
> a crank, bearings and maybe a rod(s). If the car's worth it to you then
> it's
> not money down the drain. Depends on if you can do the work your self or
> if
> you pay someone. Also you probably would be better of replacing the motor
> with a rebuilt unit or a good used motor of low miles and a warranty.
>
> Brian
>
>