92 Explorer engine replacement

[SteamMachinist]

I am a new member and can use any help from anyone.
So here goes, 1992 Explorer XLT 4x4, 5 speed manual transmission, V-6 4.0.
Bought this Explorer new, put 330,000 miles on it. Then passenger side head cracked, at least that what I think it is.
Question: does anyone know of any on line engine rebuilders where I can order a long block that are honest and do good work? Or, can anyone recommend a different engine that would be better and that would bolt up to the Mazda 5 speed? Should be a direct bolt in.


Thanks in advance for any assistance you can give. Mark

 

[safn1949]

Jasper,$2000 with a 3 year ,36,000 mile warranty.

 

[rhauf]

If you want to do the work yourself (assembly, not machine work) you could probably get it done for around 1200.

i've also got a running 4.0 here i pulled out of an X recently (in favor of an engine swap). it seemed to run fine but had a little lifer tick... $250 and its yours.. but you gotta come get it (southern California)

 

[elbow2342]

The 4.0 engines are such durable engines as you can attest to with 3,330 miles on the odometer .If you can find a good used engine with less than 120,000 miles,it would probabley out last the body of your ex. and save you a bunch of $$.You can put in a later model, by switching your accesories over . there are others on this site that can tell you all about the swap. or guide you to the right thread. Elbow