In Reno Nevada - and in Big Trouble. Need Help!

[Bob Lawrence]

Sorry to hear of your problems...sorry I can't help on a location
either.
Just wanted to let you know, the previous owner of my bird fried the
engine.
He ended up paying 15 grand for the engine and 5k labor. This was 4
years ago...seems the price is in the ballpark.
Sorry again about your problem
Bob Lawrence
84 PT36 (with a 6v92 Detroit)


> Had it towed to Sierra Freightliner in nearby Sparks last night.
They
> are a certified CAT facility They are currently pressure checking
the
> 3208 to determine if just the head gasket blew, or if my engine is
> toast.
>
> They quoted me $8,300 labor to install a new engine. Including the
> engine, the mechanic estimated around $20K for everything!!! I
only
> paid $27K for the coach!
>
> Also, can anybody let me know what the average cost of a new or re-
> built 3208 is and how many labor hours it usually takes? I simply
> can't afford 20K!
>
> Oh what a fun 48 hours I'm having!
>
> Thanks everyone - I appreciate any advice you might be able to
offer.
>
> Andy Coleman
> 83 FC-35, 250 HP 3208
> Spring Lake Hts., NJ
>