Repair 6cyl engine or engine swap it?

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  1. travis eiden

    travis eiden New Member

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    I was running hot, lost power and my 77 Maverick stalled.
    Turns over but doesn't start.
    Head gasket is leaking.
    No water in the oil.
    #4 has 0 compression and 1,2,3,5 and 6 are at a low 75.

    What is my best course of action?
    1. I can pull the engine and possibly savage what's left and repair it.
    2. I can swap it for a new 1989 Ford Thunderbird 3.8 fuel injected.

    Any advice on this helpful.
     
    travis eiden, Sep 8, 2014
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    get another 6 or 302 it...JMO
     
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    Depends on your plans for the car and what money you have to spend right now to buy parts with.
     
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