Can IMCA crate motors be fix for less then open motors

[lov2race]

We blow a gasket out of oil filter and run some oil out racing In are open motor , had Midstate Machine) put new bearing gaskets Cost $800.00
Hear say it cost $1200. to have Karl Chevy open a crate motor up ??? and its cheaper to buy new crate if you have to fix it ??? is this true

[lov2race]

No won in Iowa has fix a crate motor ,

[jtrent64]

I had Karl fix my crate, if I can find the invoice I will let you know. It was cheaper for me to have mine fixed than get a new one, and I had a LOT of stuff replaced.

[Sportmod Rookie]

I called Karl and talked to one of the motor guys there. I asked about rebuilding one. He said around 2,000 and said its not worth it. He said run them for 30 nights then sell it and buy new. My crate has 60+ nights on it and it still runs good and I'm not out powered by anyone.

[lov2race]

Who fix a 604 gm IMCA crate 1 Karl chvey 2???