eddieoley

Im looking to buy this Z28. the guys says that there is a bearing lose or blown out of the crank. im not sure what that would sound like.. is there anything that stands out that proves his point? what do i look for?

1of625

since no one will reply,,,,,most likely the seller means the crankshaft has spun a bearing which is pretty common with the LS1's.
Normally if a engine has spun a bearing there will be very little oil pressure along with a knocking sound coming from the bottom of the engine when running.

eddieoley

so what do you think i should offer as a price to buy it.. and its gunna take some work right to replace that?

JRENIGAR

iTrader: (37)

Pics, mileage, condition of body, year, asking price??? If its the engine thats bad, stock 5.3's can be had for cheap and make a nice replacement.

eddieoley

its all in excellent condition the guy has kept it in a garage. for 3 years. interior is excellent.. hes not a car guy and says there is something wrong with the motor.. thats why i needed to know the sound of a spun bearing.. and how much its worth just sitting there im going to talk him today about it.

JRENIGAR

iTrader: (37)

Only way to get a better idea is to jack the car up or drive up on some stands and get under car to try and deturmine if the sound is comming from the oilpan area or maybe from fromt of trans/rear of engine area. What trans??? Mileage, year, price? May still be worth it with a bad engine...

eddieoley

ok awesome thanks for the tips.

JRENIGAR

iTrader: (37)

What trans?????????? A manual has a pressure plate, and auto has flywheel. I dont think pressure plates have bad luck with cracking.

eddieoley

its auto