i have a 1995 dodge 5.9 v8 and it has a blow headgasket. with about 210k on it. would it be better to just fix it or get a new motor. if so where can i get a new motor?

 

does the engine itself have 210k on it or has it been replaced before? if its got 210k on it, time for a rebuild anyway...if not, i'd worry about just the gaskets, no use in getting a new one for something that can be fixed

 

the engine does. where can i find a rebuild kit?

 

just rebuild the engine. if you have the time and the know-how, pull it out, get the block cleaned, bored (if needed) and the mains line-honed then put it back together with new bearings, slugs (if bored), and gaskets. measure the crank as well, if it needs to be turned then consider a stroker kit, it will come with new crank, rods and pistons. them maybe throw in a new cam and have fun.

If you buy a used engine, you could end up with someone elses problems, but you could also get lucky.