'94 Turbo Wagon Cracked Block

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TMK - 18 Feb 2006 19:38 GMT

I had just replaced the engine after my son ran the car without
collant! Had the car for two days (after paying $3800 for the rebuild
engine) and the collant hose blew! The block cracked. Has anyone had
experience using ceramic block sealant to repair the engine? The car is
in great shape but I can't afford another $4k to repair this car!
Thank you

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James Sweet - 18 Feb 2006 19:56 GMT

> I had just replaced the engine after my son ran the car without
> collant! Had the car for two days (after paying $3800 for the rebuild
> engine) and the collant hose blew! The block cracked. Has anyone had
> experience using ceramic block sealant to repair the engine? The car is
> in great shape but I can't afford another $4k to repair this car!
> Thank you

The hose blew? I would hope after spending $3800 on a motor you'd have
all the hoses replaced?

At this point I'd be looking for a good used motor, $3800 is a lot of cash.

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Rusty - 20 Feb 2006 03:56 GMT

you shouldn't have to spend more than 1500 for a good block and head,
installed. You just remove everything off the block except the head, and use
your own manifolds, turbo, sensors etc. 12 to 15 hours should give a good
Volvo mechanic enough time to swap blocks. I know this from having mine
done.

RS

>> I had just replaced the engine after my son ran the car without
>> collant! Had the car for two days (after paying $3800 for the rebuild
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> At this point I'd be looking for a good used motor, $3800 is a lot of
> cash.

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