Original miles matter on a built engine?
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Original miles matter on a built engine?
Hey Gents,
I'm new to the world of engine building and have a question or two. I'm familiar with bolt ons and tunes but when it comes time to start doing some serious work I'm clueless. I'm in the market for an Evo 8 or 9 and plan on turning it into a track monster. If I plan on building the engine (2.2 stroker, new turbo, etc) will the original miles matter? Only reason I'm asking is because I could get an unmolested IX with 35,000 miles for around $30k or $15k for one with around 140,000+. I would love some feedback and some "schooling" so to speak. Let me know guys! Have a good one
I'm new to the world of engine building and have a question or two. I'm familiar with bolt ons and tunes but when it comes time to start doing some serious work I'm clueless. I'm in the market for an Evo 8 or 9 and plan on turning it into a track monster. If I plan on building the engine (2.2 stroker, new turbo, etc) will the original miles matter? Only reason I'm asking is because I could get an unmolested IX with 35,000 miles for around $30k or $15k for one with around 140,000+. I would love some feedback and some "schooling" so to speak. Let me know guys! Have a good one
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Original miles matter on a built engine?
It depends on the overall condition of the 140k mile car. Is it a busted hacked together pos, or is it a nice example of a high mileage Evo? Mileage isn't the main concern since with your build goals, you'll be building the trans, tcase, and rear diff anyways.
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I say save the money and buy the built motor evo.
-pal215
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