4.3 Vortec Needed

[MethodMan420]

I am in need of a 4.3 Vortec Engine for a 95-97 Blazer will work I believe, 4x4 4 door Engine code W. I would like to find a long block but I will consider anything.

Any suggestions or ideas would be nice.

[amac209]

try a junkyard or auto recycler. thats the cheapest way. or you could get a crate engine from gm or aftermarket(nappa, etc). most aftermarket rebuilds die quickly. if you get a junkyard motor replace the rear main seal and maybe oil pump before intallation. this is cheap insurance. most junkyard engines and crate engines come with some kind of warranty.

[MethodMan420]

Ty and I have tried all those ..no 4.3 for my year(with reasonable mileage) was available from any local junk yard, aftermarket crate engine's are 1700 or so and a GM crate engine is 2200 i believe.Someone may have quoted me around 1200 for a rebuilt one ...Im thinkin if i can wait long enough I can find a tranny and long block SOMWHERE.

[MethodMan420]

I have found a junk yard engine for $650 with a 90 day warranty. Seems like the best deal i can find around here. Reman engines are too expensive and have to swap too many parts. Wish me luck ; ) .

All in all $500 for the truck and $650 for an engine + water pump thermostat, fluids, beer, cigarettes, I should have a little over $1500 in this project,and hopefully have a good strong truck for years to come.

Is there anything I'm overlooking in this swap..??

[cobra1]

what year Blazer/truck are you putting this in?

'95 differs from 96-97, the fuel systems are totally different.

[amac209]

looks like you got it under control, i assume you have the old engine still. swap over the intake, sensors, wiring harness from the old engine if the years are different. and replace any leaking seals/gaskets before dropping it in

[MethodMan420]

95 4x4 4 door LS Blazer 4.3 Vortec. Since my first post I had found out that 95 differs a bit from 96+ which makes it a little tougher to find but they are around. As far as the swap i shouldn't need to swap anything over, the one that I found comes with everything minus the crank pulley I think, which gives me some spare parts. Im hoping to do some exhaust work as well, has anyone had any luck finding a good set of headers, and a high flow Cat? I found plenty but I want this to be a daily driver with the least amount of modifications (and hopefully not that annoying idiot light on all the time) if possible. Any suggestions or ideas would be greatly appreciated.