But Ford is paying right - because you obviously can do alot better. Terry H. IIRC said he could get NEW 3.0L long blocks (including heads)for $2000. Probably could have the 3L ports polished & move your SVT cams, intake manifold etc + installation for under $2000. Basically, a blown 2.5L out of warranty is mearly an excuse to get a 3L.


1999 Amazon Green SVT Contour (#554/2760)
Stock SVT Duratec V6 with:
Intake- K&N filter/75mm MAF meter
Exhaust- MSDS Y-pipe/Bassani catback
Durability-Ford "dual mode" damper, Mobil 1/K&N oil filter
179.2 FWHP at 6900 RPM