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Jeffros Spec V · 05-04-2008, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kennwrx

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...010016691&rd=1 how about something like this

I paid a LOT less for my brand new EJ257

Like troll said get in touch with M&J

kennwrx · 05-06-2008, 11:18 AM

m&j said 18xx for a short block Matt said they no longer have 257 long blocks so now I have to decide what to do

mygreenbird007 · 05-06-2008, 12:24 PM

What about trying to snag a WRX 2.5 from one of the '06s and newer? I know from the numbers I've seen that they are torque monsters - although it's been greatly debated over on NASIOC, from my research, it appears that they are very similar (well, the fundamental part, the block): http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...php?p=21723897 for example.

The main difference appears to be the components in the engine (not the only...I want to emphasize that, before I get flamed, ha), not necessarily the block itself... So you could get one of those and put in some stronger internals (not sure what they come with exactly) to improve it. Maybe save a buck or end up with a stronger build than a stock STI one...

You can always keep an eye out for a used EJ257...or a rebuild if that's up your avenue.

I'd save for some transmission work too, with the numbers you quoted, but I'd imagine you took care of that with so many miles on the car.

Jeffros Spec V · 05-07-2008, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kennwrx

m&j said 18xx for a short block Matt said they no longer have 257 long blocks so now I have to decide what to do

Contact Infinite motors, they are a vender here. I think Jake said he had some hybrid swap sets ups for a great price.

InfiniteMotors · 05-08-2008, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffros Spec V

Contact Infinite motors, they are a vender here. I think Jake said he had some hybrid swap sets ups for a great price.

That is true!

I have the entire kit which includes all necessary gaskets, seals, pumps, etc, as well as some items that other kits do not include but are VERY smart to do at the same time as a hybrid assembly.

Pricing is very low at $2450, and I have a group buy thread about this kit as well.

PM me for more info, and thanks for the ad Jeffros!

kennwrx · 05-08-2008, 08:51 PM

thanks jeffros pm sent to jake

InfiniteMotors · 05-08-2008, 10:37 PM

Pm'd you back about the shortblock!

kennwrx · 05-09-2008, 08:16 PM

jake Iam in the middle of selling my house I will get back with you later

InfiniteMotors · 05-10-2008, 09:40 AM

No problem, I will be here

-Jake

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05-06-2008, 11:18 AM	#22
kennwrx Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jun 2007 Member #5247 iTrader: (0)	m&j said 18xx for a short block Matt said they no longer have 257 long blocks so now I have to decide what to do

05-06-2008, 12:24 PM	#23
mygreenbird007 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Harrisburg, PA Member #7123 My Ride: 2004 WRX iTrader: (0)	What about trying to snag a WRX 2.5 from one of the '06s and newer? I know from the numbers I've seen that they are torque monsters - although it's been greatly debated over on NASIOC, from my research, it appears that they are very similar (well, the fundamental part, the block): http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...php?p=21723897 for example. The main difference appears to be the components in the engine (not the only...I want to emphasize that, before I get flamed, ha), not necessarily the block itself... So you could get one of those and put in some stronger internals (not sure what they come with exactly) to improve it. Maybe save a buck or end up with a stronger build than a stock STI one... You can always keep an eye out for a used EJ257...or a rebuild if that's up your avenue. I'd save for some transmission work too, with the numbers you quoted, but I'd imagine you took care of that with so many miles on the car.

05-08-2008, 08:51 PM	#26
kennwrx Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jun 2007 Member #5247 iTrader: (0)	thanks jeffros pm sent to jake

05-08-2008, 10:37 PM	#27
InfiniteMotors Tri-State Addict Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: West Chester, PA Member #1410 My Ride: Cummins Beast and Sports Car of the Year iTrader: (2)	Pm'd you back about the shortblock!

05-09-2008, 08:16 PM	#28
kennwrx Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jun 2007 Member #5247 iTrader: (0)	jake Iam in the middle of selling my house I will get back with you later

05-10-2008, 09:40 AM	#29
InfiniteMotors Tri-State Addict Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: West Chester, PA Member #1410 My Ride: Cummins Beast and Sports Car of the Year iTrader: (2)	No problem, I will be here -Jake