exactly my point why the hell would i want to spend 1.5k on a shell that motor is worth nothing just as you said why the hell would i go threw all that just to fix a d series motor?? i could just take this b series i have sitting around and drop it in but damn 1.5k for a shell?? g/l not really a good deal...considering there on here for cheaper...the only plus you have over them is a good paint job but considering i work at a paint shop not a big deal to get a free 1...