As far as this goes, be careful what you take shipment of cuz once you do you're stuck with it. If you are going to buy a used engine, do your homework first. Ask around in online communities that deal with that particular engine. Find out what it is that they look for on used engines. At the very least take off the oil fill cap and look inside with a flashlight and mechanic's/dentist's mirror. If the top inside of the valve cover and everything looks clean, it should be reasonable. If it's got a yellowish/brown discoloration, the previous owner probably didn't change (or check) the oil frequently enough. I also suggest investing in an oil filter opener. Some companies allow you to cut open the oil filter. This will allow you to see the general condition the engine is currently in. Personally, I recommend getting a new filter for that particular engine before it gets there and cutting it open anyway. Would you rather spend the couple bucks for that company to have a new filter for that engine or a couple grand to do an engine swap with an engine that is likely to be kaput in a few months. Just a few suggestions. Remember that once you sign for the shipment, its yours. Very few companies have return policies, and those that do usually require professional installation by technicians of their choice to meet the terms of service.
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