Hi all,
Had a bit of a disaster today. Was on my way down to a local garage to get them to look at my timing and some other issues I have had recently, when my truck threw a con rod i think. I have a large hole in the left hand side (turbo side) of the engine block. see pic
So i will need to source a 300 tdi lump from somewhere but I have no idea what to look for, or, if i want to take a gamble on a second hand unit in case it packs in a few hundred miles down the road.
I dont really know whats involved when changing engines, and I think i am just really worried about forking out a fair bit of cash that wont last if its a dud.
So, the other option would be (and this would break my heart) sell it as is and cut my losses I have done a fair bit of work to it including new alternator and steering box, new solid pane glass in sides and sunroof
and little bits like new track rod ends rear suspension and A frame ball joint. Really don't want to give up but due to other things going on I may have to
Advice would be greatly appreciated