HELP I think my engine is locked up!

[Mazda3Nate]

I need help my engine for sure is about to lock up I found one for $300 Its from a wrecked Hatch 2.3L just like mine, however it does not have a oil pan which is no problem bc I can just take mine off. Its already pulled the question I have is how do I check if its good or not and if you know where I can get one. The engine is said to be had 80k miles. Ones I have found on Eden (bc I have access) comparable are between $600-$2500 I know its worth looking at so im going on Sat. Im also open for ideas about my currant engine bc its not yet locked up...(help)

 

[LovinMyMS3]

This is the Mazdaspeed section.

 

[gtlaw]

how do you know your current engine is going to lock up?

 

[MikeHTally]

Chicken Little strikes?

 

[matsuda]

This is the Mazdaspeed section.

But we're nice guys that don't mind helping those with lesser cars. (lol2)

 

[Captain KRM P5]

i'm really curious how you can judge whether or to you're "Close" to locking up an engine. more information would help. proper diagnosis might save you some money and time here.

 

[LovinMyMS3]

But we're nice guys that don't mind helping those with lesser cars. (lol2)

There are sections for a reason.

 

[MSMS3]

I'm still curious as to why OP thinks his engine is "close" to "locking up." What is it doing? Describe please?

 

[Captain KRM P5]

I'm still curious as to why OP thinks his engine is "close" to "locking up." What is it doing? Describe please?

see "inferior vehicle" section he posted the same thing there