I just did a 6-bolt shortblock with h-beam rods, forged pistons, machine work, and installed for about $3200 including labor.

If your head is toast or the valves are bent then it would be extra.

With a used engine it would be cheaper, but it would be a little iffy going with an old engine without at least freshening it up with bearings, rings and a new oil pump.


You really need to figure out if the timing jumped or if the motor is just blown.

If the timing jumped then you might get away with a freshen up and new valves. If the motor spun a bearing then a new crank would be in order if you ever plan on boosting hard.