Cast Your Vote

Looking for some input to make up my mind,

Original slant 6 (225) - runs ok, but leaks pretty bad from the rear main and blows a little smoke...brought it to a mechanic...options given to me were

1 -Rebuild just the bottom end for approx. $1.8K

2 - Rebuild entire engine for approx. $3.3K (includes pulling motor and reinstall)

3 - Another "possible option" I have been thinking about, but if it costs a lot more than the rebuild, I won't do it, buy a new small block V8

4 - If you have a better idea let me know

What would you do if it was your money.....and the goal was to build a stock cruiser, not a hot rod


Thanks for your input!