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      Bent Valves, possible cracked Piston heads

      So as i put in my introduction I am here to get some suggestions and cost Ideas for replacing my engine in my 2006 Aveo LS sedan. The Timing belt Snapped and now the engine won't hold compression. Here are the "viable" options I have come up with so far.
      Option 1:
      • Replace the Cylinder Head with a refurbished one from Headers Only
      • Price $500
      • Counter-indications: pistons and arms may be damaged and replacing the Cylinder Head may not actually fix it.
      • Question: What are the chances that the pistons and arms are okay or is it worth taking the head off to see.

      Option 2:
      • Order a whole engine from here: 2007 Used Chevy AVEO Engine Assembly Genuine OEM LOW MILEAGE Guaranteed Part.
      • Price: 877.75 (above) to $1500 (car-parts.com)
      • Counter-Indications: price to life ratio, $1500 is to much but the cheaper ones are; not inspected, High Mileage, blah blah paranoid stuff.
      • Question: Does any one know where I could get a quality, inspected engine (no matter what i will be putting on a new Timing belt and water pump) for under $850?

      Option 3 (the Crazy option, Mission Code Name: pissed off wife)
      • Swap something crazy in (2.0 Turbo, 2.4 NA, etc)
      • Price: No Clue
      • Counter-Indications: Possible Angry Wife after Bills come in. Also tuning an A/T just seems kinda piontless.
      • Question: Is it possible to swap in some engine with more power than the 1.6 for under $1500, also if i get a refurbed 1.6 can i squeeze a few more HP out of it (around 150-200) for under $1500 including the price of the engine.

      All Options are 100% DIY.
      What ever sounds like the best option will be posted back on here complete with video and pictures in a how to.
      Thanks for reading,
      Last edited by Everoblivion2005; 01-07-2013 at 04:46 PM.

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