Hey guys
Just wondering if anyone knew how much a rebuild would cost on my 97 xh ute? Im in vic if location matters. And what are the options to chose from and so on so on. But mainly if i should get the original motor rebuilt and if its worth it.
Cheers.

This is another 'how long is a piece of string' question

A complete rebuild can be anywhere from $1500 - $4000 depending on what needs replacing and who's assembling it. I paid about $800 for an ACL bearing and full gasket kit a few years ago. A reco head will cost about $500-800. Reboring, new pistons, rings, crankshaft grinding, balancing, etc all add to the cost. If you're not planning to keep the car for long or not interested in modding the engine, then a low km engine from the wreckers is a good option.

Well my motor has blown a head gasket supposedly from what the guy says but i went to hand crank it with a mate and it didn't turn so im just getting up my options and asking all the question people tell me to do haha
What would you think would be the best/smartest thing to do is? Find another xh motor and put it in? Or what thanks!

if ya not worried about having the original engine .... just go with a low k's engine, plenty around & they go for no more than $500 [or there abouts].