[Route 66]

Hi Adam,

I like the prices in WA. I haven't done much searching yet for a wrecker option but the first price for all the bits I want including ABS system, Fuel tank, wiring harness, Cats, Steering Column & Pedal box is $10K. The guy from Fordpro NSW was a bit better, but there is the distance. I do heed some of the other warnings about issues with a wrecker option but not having a wreck in the back yard might be better from my wife's perspective. Could make a good Veggy garden. The Donor car option is our first choice as I am sure there are lots of small bits we could farm off the car. Just gotta be in the right place at the right time.

Thanks


Route 66

Originally Posted by AdamF

Hiya,

I got my Boss 290 from Walliston Wreckers over here in WA. Probably doesn't help much in itself but the price I paid for the engine and a 5 speed Tremec quick shift gearbox was $4500 which, according to my engine builder mate, was a pretty good price. It's got 70k on it which is still not bad.

I second the notion about trying to get as much with the engine as you can. If you can get the ECU, BEM, ignition etc from the same car, you will be way ahead of the game. Not the end of the world if you do as I have done and purchased a complete wiring loom seperately to the engine but you will need to get the whole lot programmed before it'll do anything

Also with the Boss 290, be wary of the height of the beast. For instance, in mine, I am currently sourcing a new sump (oil pan) as it is too low when mounted. I may also have to either change out the throttle body or get the bonnet redesigned as the thing is very high
Cheers,

Adam.