Finding And Purchasing Rebuilt Diesel Engines

By Paul Butler


If your vehicle breaks down, and a repair does not solve the problem, the fault may be serious and a new motor will be needed. When the power unit needs replacing it is going to be very expensive but there are options available. A cost effective alternative is to source and buy rebuilt diesel engines rather than getting a brand new manufacturer made unit.

When your engine fails there are a couple of things that can be done after having it checked by a mechanic. You may find that the problem can be fixed by replacing a couple of major components such as the head or engine block. With manufacturer's engines costing thousands of dollars, having part of the power unit attended to will be a more affordable solution.

Most auto repair shops offer a service where they can strip down your motor, examine it and put it back together and this is known as a rebuild. Another useful place to find rebuilt motors is to check the internet and a large number of firms will stock motors that are ready for installation. This is often a better option as it avoids having to send away your existing engine to be worked on.

Most of the companies that carry out a rebuild will offer a time based or mileage guarantee with reconditioned units. This is usually 3 to 6 years or 10 to 100,000 miles and you should select the one that suits your vehicle usage. When guarantees are offered, you will probably have to get any future work done by the rebuilding company, to keep them valid.

A rebuilt diesel engine for most models should be fairly simple to find and will cost from 1400 dollars rising to approximately 5000. Units for classic cars may be harder to find and more expensive due to the parts being hard to source and the experience needed to work on them. Car enthusiast clubs are a good place to get some information and specialist advice if you own an older model.

Having a diesel engine rebuilt is a cost effective way to get a vehicle running but it may affect the future resale value. If you own a collectible car, many clubs will disqualify a car that is not fitted with the original motor. By law, you will have to tell your car insurance company that the engine has been changed, so that they can record the details.

If the only option is to send your broken engine away for a rebuild, it can be a good idea to take a some time to think about how it is going to be removed from your vehicle, and how to ship it. With a little knowledge you can do the job but it is better to hire a qualified mechanic to do the work. Some professional tools and commercial lifting gear are needed and health and safety guidelines should be adhered to.

When you use a shipping company to move your engine you should bear in mind that a courier firm will charge by the weight of the item. Some rebuilding companies may offer free carriage and this can help to save money. Always make certain that the unit is securely packaged to prevent any damage in transit and have comprehensive insurance in place.




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