Billet Engine Block

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A VR38 built from scratch using new dealer parts use to not be too crazy compared to a VQ. But some of the parts recently skyrocket in price.. such as the blocks doubling in price overnight from $2800 to around $5500. Then the magnesium upper pan for a VR isnt cheap. You will definitely take a big hit buying all that little crap you dont have to buy when your car came with the engine, like timing covers and basic accessories. Buying a VR38 take-out core to get all the stuff isnt a good option because they are in demand so very expensive and because the block shouldn't be bored at all so you really want to replace it anyway; so youre still going to drop another 6K on top of the core for a fresh block before you even start collecting aftermarket parts. A VR38 swap is more of a useful option for someone coming from a pretty much stock car. But someone who already invested in twin turbos and built VQ parts etc, switching to a new engine that is way more expensive is tough to chew.

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