308 engine

[Deleted User]
[Deleted User]
edited November -1 in HUDSON
FOR SALE:



308 HUDSON ENGINE fairly complete, missing generator, does not run, does not turn over but has the TWIN H dual carb set-up, I'm asking $2000.00 for it. I'll consider all reasonable offers, I will separate the carbs from the engine.

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  • Unknown
    Unknown
    Not to be a nancy naysayer, but I think your price on an engine that is not running and condition unknown, is pretty high.



    The new in crate 308 at that last auction I don't think brought that much.



    I think you can get fully rebuilt units from Dave Kostensak for around $1500 more.



    Not knowing whether the block is cracked, or much else, it is a risky venture, considering the price.



    What I will say, is the engine is super clean looking, the twin H is equally as clean, and everything seems pretty complete. I guess I'm just a bit jaded, I saw one sell on Saturday at an auction for $25, and didn't even consider bidding. I reason it was worth more in scrap metal.



    Best of luck on the engine sale.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Kid, I thought maybe he wasn't serious. It looks to me like there are two different aircleaners? Maybe two different carbs? I don't know, something doesn't seem right, including the price.



    Harry
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    There isnt any head bolts - motor stuck , Id like to see a pic of it with out the head , far as the price , the $25 one sounds closer
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    Harry Hill wrote:
    Kid, I thought maybe he wasn't serious. It looks to me like there are two different aircleaners? Maybe two different carbs? I don't know, something doesn't seem right, including the price.



    Harry



    the air cleaners don't bother me, one looks like a later style, and the other an early style.



    I bet the carbs are correct, and they look relatively clean. Probably real good cores to rebuild.



    I'm thinking a core 308, which, unless this one has been checked, that the block is good, by a machine shop, is still, $100-500 at best.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Yup, for 2K that motor better be complete and running.
  • SuperDave
    SuperDave Senior Contributor
    Looks like a Hash intake.

    I just sold a freshly rebuilt 308 long block for $3K exchange. I had machine work done localy and assembled with a complete Dale Cooper Master kit including new studs. Considering trips to the machine shop (80 mile round trips) and other incidentals like sealer, paint ,assembly lube etc.. I worked darned cheap! I was going to use it in my 49, but decided to stay with my old reliable 262. I have another in process, but it won't be given away. IMHO The basic rebuidable block and head (Long block) is probably worth $100-150. If it's local and no transport is involved.Add a couple hundred for undamaged Twin H stuff. I think Dave K gets about $2,900. plus shipping and your core which you have to ship. I guarantee he's not getting rich! The prices today are bargains compared to the next few years!
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    SuperDave wrote:
    Looks like a Hash intake.

    I just sold a freshly rebuilt 308 long block for $3K exchange. I had machine work done localy and assembled with a complete Dale Cooper Master kit including new studs. Considering trips to the machine shop (80 mile round trips) and other incidentals like sealer, paint ,assembly lube etc.. I worked darned cheap! I was going to use it in my 49, but decided to stay with my old reliable 262. I have another in process, but it won't be given away. IMHO The basic rebuidable block and head (Long block) is probably worth $100-150. If it's local and no transport is involved.Add a couple hundred for undamaged Twin H stuff. I think Dave K gets about $2,900. plus shipping and your core which you have to ship. I guarantee he's not getting rich! The prices today are bargains compared to the next few years!



    nice pick on the later twin H.



    Not sure what Dave K is using for a rebuild kit, but figure he needs to be putting at least $1500 into parts, he's working pretty cheap as well, that's not counting machine work, either.



    I guess what it comes down to is maybe a love for keeping the cars running, and keeping it affordable for those with lesser means to be able to afford to keep them running.
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