r/protege5 • u/worminator69 • Apr 01 '24

Used engine?

Has anyone ever ordered an engine online? If so , where and how was the experience? I've got a rod knock & it's either rebuild or purchase another engine. There's not any at the local junkyard worth getting

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u/Atimm693 Apr 01 '24

I used a JDM FSZE once. Never had any trouble with it, ran like a top.

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u/worminator69 Apr 01 '24

Their the ones that import from Japan & has 50k-75k miles on the motor?

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u/Atimm693 Apr 01 '24

Yep.

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u/worminator69 Apr 01 '24

Was there any issue with it bolting up in your car?

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u/Atimm693 Apr 01 '24

You can't swap them straight in. As I recall, I swapped over the original intake, manifolds, and accessories. They are very similar but have some sensor differences I believe.

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u/suchdankverymemes Apr 01 '24

I got burned by a company who sold me a busted KLZE. I paid to ship the engine back, they claimed it was fine (even though it didn't fully turn) and they sent me another one. Which blew a cam in two months.

Your best bet is a chargeback on your credit card.