Where To Source One?

i have a friend that has a S12, and he's looking into replacing the CA18DET that came with his car..its beyond repair..so where is the best way to source one?

I'm in IL so local would be nice

Ebay I guess... Local import shops... Online shops. Do some searching and read up on the companies. Just because they are cheap doesnt always mean you're getting the good deal in the long run. As for giving you a list, I have a crap load of bookmarks for them. I would do a search on here... there is another thread that covers this or just google and come up with a list of places that seem good to you then if you want a second opinion, pass them buy us in this thread.

this will help you greatly

http://www.club-s12.org/forums/index.php?s...c=23233&hl=

theres also an article in the new project car magazine about inspecting that new engine before you drop it in, and thats worth checking out as well

WHOA

where in IL are you? welcome

there are several swap shops and engine resources in Chi, not always the cheapest in the world, but there is stuff local.

the economy taking a hit, you'll see stuff pop up on craigs from time to time as well. probably a good idea to keep an eye out there, you might hit a real good deal!

i paid 1350 for mine, via JHOT imports. i was very pleased with their service, and after tearing the engine down, it was in excellent condition and worth what i paid

DaS @ Oct 27 2008, 12:03 AM i have a friend that has a S12, and he's looking into replacing the CA18DET that came with his car..its beyond repair..so where is the best way to source one?

I'm in IL so local would be nice