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Originally Posted by RZNT4R
I mean... new block?
Without knowing the actual failure, it seems kind of harsh, the only way I'd see that as a valid solution is if the "leaking fluid" is coming from a cracked cylinder bore (but this isn't an ecoboost), or if the bores were way scuffed, but in that case it would have been burning oil like a furnace. You mention it running fine so...
Then again, maybe it's a dealer thing and they just don't do base engine rebuilds internally and don't want to outsource, which would be a valid concern from a corporate and warranty stance: Not worth it for the cost and brand image tarnish if an outsourced engine goes bad.
Since the car is that old, any reason in particular to be attached to the dealer experience? This feels like a situation that could potentially be approached more delicately that throwing a block at it by a local subaru specialist. Consulting your local community for recommendations is probably a good bet, the best shops are usually little known, out of the way and have happy customers.
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Great questions.
I get dealer cost on parts and employee pricing on labor.
This should cost anyone else ~10k.
I’m paying $6500 including timing chain:tensioners:sprockets:Coilpacks:sparks:coolan t hoses.