[W126 Coupe] So, I need a M117.968 Block and Pistons - www.mercedesengines.netopinions?

[Richard & Nancy Diefenbach]

David -
I have enjoyed the discussion regarding your dilemma although I don't think 
you're enjoying it very much as it all boils down to money.  However, should 
you decide to go with a re-built from the states I can at least put in a 
plug for Metric Motors.  Although an entirely different engine, I bought a 
re-built for my '64 230 SL a couple of years ago and have been very pleased 
with it.

Maybe Ernie has the right idea.  Find a big block Chevy engine and put it 
in.  Who will know the difference except when you go to sell it.

Best of luck.

Dick
Danville, VT




> Hi Guys,

>

> While I am working on local options, I am pre-emptively also having

> a look at sourcing a replacement (remanufactured) block and pistons

> overseas (U.S?) for my 560SEC engine that developed a cracked block

> after the head gasket ruptured.

>

> What are your opinions of http://www.mercedesengines.net ? Any other

> sources

> I should be looking at for a decent price? I am sure that shipping it to

> South Africa will be very expensive, but there are usually many options,

> depending on whom one contacts, especially if one can get it included

> as part of a shipment of somebody who regularly brings in engine parts,

> so I am not too worried yet.

>

> Any opinions and suggested would be greatly welcomed. Help me get her

> up and running again!

>

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> kind regards,

> Dawid



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