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Hey all - @Punisher @2jmatt @Tradelikewater- Sorry, I hadn't noticed any notifications on this thread, didn't mean to blank you. The company I looked at were Tai Auto parts:http://twooauto.en.alibaba.com/ Not sure how they are for 2J's atm though. Sorry again

Fab - Thanks, I had a chat with him late last week. Really nice guy, and very knowledgeable.

Thanks for that - I've watched those videos.. I'd need a bravery injection first I think

Thanks @Swampy442 that's amazing! - not 100% who that is, but is it you @Paul -C-?

Thanks - Not something I wanted to do myself though, just looking for an expert who can, or an expert who can if I buy the parts. Appreciate the response!

Hi all, Just looking at doing my W58 swap and thought about having the gearbox reconditioned before it goes in as I don't know how long it will last / what the inside looks like. I've had a few places just refuse to do it as the parts aren't available. I've had a good local place say, if I can get the parts they'll rebuild as much as I want. Anyone able to either recommend a place who can definitely do it, or a place which will supply up to and including a full rebuild kit - I can only find small bearing kits etc on places like ebay. Thanks!

Sooooooooo - Due to a "sudden demand in the GTE engine" the cost of the engine has risen to $6900.00 ( £5000.00) delivered to the UK. If I have calculated the tax right you need to add on 30% so the engine would be £6500.00 So there we go - I'll suggest that was an exciting ride, but that's where we've landed. Although they would sell W58 boxes for $570.00 (£413.00 + 30%) - random discovery. They would offer discounts for orders over 10 items, but unless I had been able to order one first to check they were legit I wouldn't want to sort a group buy in case it is in fact, all a complete scam. I don't think it is, I just think they've realised they can charge me more... I'll update if I get any further with this route, and apologies if I've wasted your reading time.

So, further update That's a good point. Bloody taxes! Further update. The company are used by some US car importers and garages which have provided some feedback for them on Ailibaba. They have offered to give names to me to contact. Seems like a logical step, so I'll do that first too.

Credit card payment for this company is expected- that’s one thing the less trustworthy ones weren’t so keen on. Like the one below for example

Yeah, I’d agree- that’s why I wondered if anyone had already gone this route. yiu can get them a lot cheaper, but the traders have maybe been in business for a year, or the customer service is appalling. it’s taken a lot of conversations to get to this point… The general going price is around that area from China. It’s taken a lot of conversations to get to a trader I feel is legitimate. I’ll update this thread as I get through it. And if it works then share the whole process. I may bail at any point. 10 + engines get a great discount too, so maybe if I’m convinced by this seller I could look at setting a group buy up?

So as a quick update- I’m now speaking with a reputable dealer after wading through about 10 who just didn’t exude trust. I’m discussing importing a TT engine which will cost £2496.00 plus shipping which theyll confirm later today. Also discussing an engine and auto box for £3500.00. I’ve been sent time stamped videos of both running, and they’ve been trading for over 10 years. I may just go ahead and can then feed back the results to the group (or maybe swear lots).

I'd be interested - Where are you please?

As the title really. I’m looking at getting an engine through Alibaba but it’s a lot of money for something I’ve never used before. anyone had any experience of buying engines or gearboxes through them? (I get all sellers are different on there though) thanks!!

Yeah agreed. You would hope decency kicked in.

Just found it on Facebook market place randomly searching the other day. I typo’d. I meant to say “I presume now gone”