Chevrolet Repair: new engine for truck, chevy dealership, chevrolet 350


Question
how much would a new engine for my 1992 chevrolet 350 motor 4 barrell truck cost.  it has almost 200,000 miles on it and is just about shot..i need a whole new engine or motor..what is the difference?  how long would it take to get it?
i am asking for my husband..he has gone to bed..as he has to get up at 5:00 a.m.
i tried to pull it up on your website but did not manage to find it..i got to 1/2 ton truck, 4x2 and after that it just started giving me parts..not the whole new engine...
i could not find a phone number for ya'll..
do you have a toll free number..?
thanks..linda


Answer
Hello Linda,
I don't have a web site. I am just a mechanic that answers questions when I can. I don't work for any parts house, or repair company.
If you go to a major parts housu, such as "O"Reillys, they will givy you a price. A Target 350 is one that I have heard of, although I rarely deal with replacing an engine.
A Chevy dealership will also give you a price for a crate motor.
Either of those places can usually get one overnight, or in just a day or two.
Good luck,
Van