I never said anyone was cheap. I said you can’t build a decent engine with 3k today. And I defined what decent is and gave some prices. If you don’t like that don’t read the thread.
I'm in agreement that you cannot build an engine with all machine work for 3K. Some of them don't need everything.....and I'm not talking about trying to cut corners, either. Some of them just don't need it all. It's certainly your choice to do it.