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Originally Posted by Pooka
I know these cars, and these engines, don't have the best reputation. That's why I was thinking someone here might have been through this before.
He hoping he can get by without a rebuilt engine.
Any suggestions?
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Then, you already know the result.
A bent connecting rod and an ovalized cylinder.
No, the block cannot be repaired and he needs a new or rebuilt short block. The problem with this approach is that the engine will cost more than the value of the vehicle.
Plenty of folks have been through it. Search "rod bender" and sit down for all the info that you could possibly want.