Long block replacement repair
By Cbinz89
I have a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L V8 engine, truck has about 118k miles on it, recently took to a shop for a cylinder 3 misfire and was told I need a new long block due to cam shaft degrading with potential metal shavings. Quoted at $12k, is this an outrageous amount of money for this repair? Any work arounds? In the Denver area considering looking for any mechanics who can do this for cheaper if it really is needed. Gonna take to another shop for a 2nd opinion as well, the truck drives fine... Read more


