Well, it sounds right of the bat that he may not be THAT knowledgeble to have spent that much AND blown an engine. Obviously I am all about finding a stateside source but maybe we can get more info and/or have him post on the board. The knowledge here will help him get it done properly and without spending that much most likely.

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1987 300TDT - 195,000 (Original #14 head)
1993 190E 2.3 - 105,000
1981 300D - 250,000