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Old 09-14-2017, 10:01 AM   #1
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Default Rebuilding a FE 290

I have a '93 Carryall 2 with a FE290

The engine works well, but burns oil and is tired. I use the cart for a summertime business and have the entire winter to refresh or replace the engine.

I have checked several options.

1 - Send it to Texas where a company will rebuild it and send it back. $550 plus shipping.

2 - Rebuild it myself - Worst case, parts would run $1,600 from Buggies Unlimited.

3 - Replace it with new.

Reluctant to just drop in another engine that isn't a direct-fit, bolt in application. Too many change this, cut that, add another piece!

Now, each has it's pros and cons.

Since this is used at my business, I need a cart that just WORKS. I don't want a quick fix, band-aid job that will not last. And, I don't want to spend 2K either.

Even a new big block needs a $1,000 install kit.

I could sell my cart and upgrade to a newer one.

Any thoughts or experience with doing a rebuild? What did it cost in the end? Were parts easily available?

Please help me understand what I might be getting in to!
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Old 09-14-2017, 04:05 PM   #2
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Default Re: Rebuilding a FE 290

I have gotten several rebuilt engines from Motors and more in Georgia. Out of the dozens I have replaced for customers I have had only one issue.
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Old 09-14-2017, 04:16 PM   #3
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Default Re: Rebuilding a FE 290

We have used J & M Golf Carts out of Evans Georgia. Similar to cruisinkruty's experience we've done dozens and only had one with issues. Even that one was quickly swapped out.
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Old 09-14-2017, 05:17 PM   #4
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Default Re: Rebuilding a FE 290

Call and get a quote from Carts Parts Plus for a brand new FE350.
I have a '93 Club Car and went through the same thing.
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Old 09-15-2017, 08:40 AM   #5
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Default Re: Rebuilding a FE 290

So, what I'm hearing is that rebuilding my motor is NOT the way to go?

I'll contact the companies suggested.

Thanks for the info!
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Old 09-15-2017, 08:55 AM   #6
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Default Re: Rebuilding a FE 290

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So, what I'm hearing is that rebuilding my motor is NOT the way to go?

I'll contact the companies suggested.

Thanks for the info!
Those two companies sell rebuilt motors. You send in your core and they ship you one that they have rebuilt. I would buy a rebuilt one over doing it yourself.
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Old 09-15-2017, 12:24 PM   #7
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Yep! That's what I'm realizing.

Thanks
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Old 09-15-2017, 12:26 PM   #8
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Although, I am considering the 460CC drop-in kit from Vegas Carts.

At $1350 delivered, I'd like the added HP and a brand-new engine!
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Old 09-15-2017, 12:31 PM   #9
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Do you need the cart to be stock quiet?
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Old 09-15-2017, 10:26 PM   #10
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All mine needed was rings.put all new gaskets and seals.didn't Cost much.
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