Rebuilt Diesel Engines As A Money Saving Option

By Kenneth Adams


In the event of your car suffering a break down a simple fix can usually get it back on the road. With more serious failures the whole motor may need replacing and this can be expensive. A much cheaper alternative is to find rebuilt diesel engines rather than buying a brand new factory unit.

It could be that the entire unit is not damaged and replacing just the block, casings or the head may solve the problems. Factory made units can run into thousands of dollars, so replacing the damaged components could save you a small fortune. Replacement parts will range in price depending on the components required to fix the particular fault.

Your local mechanic shops will be able to offer a service where they will rebuild your engine and it can be worth shopping around to get a good deal. The other route is to check the online sites as a large number of these have reconditioned motors in stock. This can often be a better option as in most cases it will avoid having to send away your old power plant.

In the majority of cases after having a unit rebuilt, it will be covered by a warranty. This is normally ten to a hundred thousand miles or 3 to 5 years depending on their terms. Buyers of a rebuilt motor should be mindful that future work on it will probably have to be carried out by the rebuilding firm to avoid invalidating the cover they offer.

Using the cheaper option of a full rebuild is friendly on the pocket but it may affect the future resale value of your vehicle. It is worth noting that if you intend to show a car it might be disqualified for not having its original engine. Your insurers will also need to be told of any changes if they keep the serial numbers on file.

Rebuilt units for most common vehicles will range in price from around 1500 dollars to 6000 dollars. Engines for a rare classic or vintage car will cost more due to the fact that spares will be harder to find and not all mechanics work on older cars. If the vehicle is an older model it can be worth seeking the advice of a motoring club or organization for some expert advice.

If you are sending an engine away for rebuild it can be worth taking some time to think about who will remove it. This task can sometimes be done in the home workshop but it is a far better option to employ a qualified mechanic to do the job. Many specialist tools and commercial lifting equipment will be needed and safety practices need to be observed.

When you are calculating the cost of shipping an engine, bear in mind that all parcels will be charged according to their weight. A lot of the reconditioning companies often offer free carriage to and from their premises, and this can save some money. Always make sure that all of the parts you send are correctly packaged in a safe manner and that all packages are covered by goods in transit insurance.




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