Question 6.0 LQ4

[olds87]

Hi everyone,

I read a magazine article some where about getting a engine from LKQ some where. So, I look in there inventory and found 05 Chevy LQ4 engine that have 125,000 miles for $1150. Another thing, it come with 6 month warranty. Is that a good buy or should I just wait?

[garys 68]

Kinda high milage for that price. I bought a couple off ebat by lowballing offers for motors that didn't sell. Be sure to get everything with it, accessories, harness, ecu, tac, pedal, fuel pump, sensors,O2, MAF, etc

[68redcamaro]

I would say that is a little high for that many miles. I bought my 2005 LQ4 for $1500 with no acc. and had only 5000 miles on it. Keep looking I am sure you will find a better deal. LKQ is always going to get top dallor and if you need an engine in a hurry that is the way to go, but if you have some time keep looking on the internet and go to some swap meets.

Terry

[olds87]

Thanks Terry and Gary. I will keep looking.

Another thing, this will be my first time doing anything like this. Been reading post on ls1tech on and off.

[jstancel]

I bought an LQ4 for a local yard in Atlanta. I paid a little over $1000 with wiring, computer, starter, exhaust manifolds and acc brackets.

If possible buy an engine you can inspect before you buy. I popped the valve cover on an LQ4 that was being sold as a "good runner" and it was disgusting with burnt oil everywhere.

[Nessumsar]

Check Cleveland Pick a Part and www.car-part.com. They seem to be the 2 best resources for dropouts.

[SparkyRnD]

right now, the LQ4's are gaining popularity, so the prices have been steadily rising. For the amount of miles, if it includes all accessories, it's not a bad price. You can hold out and find one with less miles for maybe a few hundred less, but they are all starting to get around that price range.

[protouring70]

I have a buddy at work that pulled a 6.0 out of his 2000 hd. He said it runs fine till it gets hot. Then the bearings on the main start making noise. He said it was a complete motor and I could have it for $200. Is it worth it?

[olds87]

Thanks for information Brent. I guess I should save my money up to get a LS2 around my area. I found a few on craigslist with everything around $3500 and 80K miles.

[Ron.in.SoCal]

Thanks for information Brent. I guess I should save my money up to get a LS2 around my area. I found a few on craigslist with everything around $3500 and 80K miles.

That's way too many miles and too much $$$. Check the parts for sale section here and search for 'Daytonayellaz'. He gets these all the time and a much better deal...

[daytonayellaz]

I can help, if needed. Im not buying the older LQ motors much anymore. They are getting into.. and well over the 100k mile mark. If you choose to buy one of these, do so with the mind set that you are buying a core engine thats going to need work! If you get lucky and get a good one then you scored a bonus. I spend a ton of time hunting down the lowest mileage possible LS2, LS3, L92 etc dropouts I can find. They are more money up front, but when you factor in what you will potentially spend on the unknown... They are really a bargain. PM me or 3one7-twotwo5-one7one7 if needed.

[BulldawgMusclecars]

I have a buddy at work that pulled a 6.0 out of his 2000 hd. He said it runs fine till it gets hot. Then the bearings on the main start making noise. He said it was a complete motor and I could have it for $200. Is it worth it?

Its a crap shoot, but if you decide against it could you PM me his phone #? I'm looking for a good rebuildable core.

[Slick68]

I have a buddy at work that pulled a 6.0 out of his 2000 hd. He said it runs fine till it gets hot. Then the bearings on the main start making noise. He said it was a complete motor and I could have it for $200. Is it worth it?

Its a crap shoot, but if you decide against it could you PM me his phone #? I'm looking for a good rebuildable core.

Ditto. I'm looking for a decent 6.0