Finding a good rebuildable 6.9

[Mad Maxine]

I'm starting to think about finding another engine for the ol' gal and building it up a little at a time.
Any advice on what (and where) to look for in a good used 6.9, and what I can expect to pay?
I'd imagine they're a little hard to find...
I live in central Texas, BTW.

Thanks!

 

[Hydro-idi]

They are tough to find, and even tougher to get someone to rebuild them correctly. You will see a few 6.9 engines out there, but you need to make sure it's a B block (85+ year). These blocks are beefed up and aren't prone to cracking around block heater area.
When it is all said & done, expect to be in it around 4-5k. Seems to be the norm with these engines.
I got a fully rebuilt 6.9 ready to run sitting on roller stand that I bought as a spare. Complete with rebuilt IP & injectors. Probably far fetched seeing where you live, but pm me if you are interested.

 

[MTKirk]

I'm starting to think about finding another engine for the ol' gal and building it up a little at a time.
Any advice on what (and where) to look for in a good used 6.9, and what I can expect to pay?
I'd imagine they're a little hard to find...
I live in central Texas, BTW.

Thanks!

I just rebuilt a 6.9 (I had owned and run it for two years previous) and honestly I don't think I'd do it if I were starting with an unknown engine. I think I would buy a rebuilt 7.3 from Promar, or sleeve and rebuild a 7.3. Mostly because parts like pistons, rings, pre-cups, and a few others are easier to find (and you will have more options).

My two cents,

Kirk

 

[Thewespaul]

I have a lead on a running 6.9 here in Texas that I could help you rebuild, pm me if youre interested.

its also true that the 6.9 internals are cheaper than 7.3 internals, such as the pistons.

 

[chris142]

Plenty of 6.9's in picapart here

 

[rockcrawler_101]

yeah i have a running 86 6.9 sitting in my shed. pulled it out of my parts truck. its my spare till i do my cummins or dt 360 swap. They go for around 600 for a used one around here on craigslist.

 

[Cruiseomatic]

They are tough to find, and even tougher to get someone to rebuild them correctly.....
When it is all said & done, expect to be in it around 4-5k. Seems to be the norm with these engines.
I got a fully rebuilt 6.9 ready to run sitting on roller stand that I bought as a spare. Complete with rebuilt IP & injectors. Probably far fetched seeing where you live, but pm me if you are interested.

Just checked motorcraft. Local dealer has 12 short blocks on hand remaned to Ford standards for $4K. Long block (Complete) reman, $6K. Ever have a problem, There will be a stealership near by...Can't say that about jaspers and others. Even worse with the no name places.