[SoTxButler]

I have read every word of this thread, carefully weighed all the points made and come to the only conclusion that a reputable business should come to...that is, send a truck to pick up that lump on the floor, offer compensation or a new motor, take the motor home and make someone a great "as is" deal based on John's description of how the engine runs...because I believe him....or take it apart, reuse the block and build a motor for the next guy.

This is what I would have done and today, I would be getting calls for motors based on how well this customer was treated, albeit a little late, but nevertheless...treated right.

Russ