I am looking at an AAZ block from a guy but the head is off. How can I tell if the crank has the wobble issue without running the engine? Does the crank pulley actually has play to it if I move it by hand? If the crank gear is off is there any way to tell? How much should I expect a local machine shop to charge to machine the crankshaft to a TDI gear (with the crank out)?
How much would you guys pay for an AAZ block, crank and rods?