Locating And Buying Rebuilt Diesel Engines

By Paul Butler


When your vehicle suffers a break down, in some cases it will be a major problem and having an auto technician do some repairs will not rectify the fault. When the power unit is beyond repair, you may find you have to replace it, and this will be expensive. A cheaper alternative is to locate and buy rebuilt diesel engines rather than a factory made unit.

If the engine is not too badly damaged, you may be able to take it to a professional auto engineer to see if there is anything they can do. Replacing individual parts such as engine block, crank or the cylinder head can sometimes solve the problem without costing a fortune. A factory built unit will run into many thousands of dollars and replacing some of the major components could save money.

Auto engineer shops in your local area may offer rebuilding services and they will strip an engine, fix the problem and reassemble it. Searching the internet can also produce good results and there are many companies that can supply you with a ready to fit engine. In most cases you do not have to send them your old block and this is often a better way to get your repairs done.

After having a diesel unit rebuilt, it will be covered by a warranty that is provided by the engineering firm. This is normally a ten to a hundred thousand miles or a three to five year guarantee and it is essential to select the one that suits your needs. When purchasing a rebuilt motor you need to be mindful that future maintenance work will have to be carried out by the rebuilding company to maintain their warranty.

Prices for a rebuilt diesel unit will vary and range from around 1400 to 5000 dollars. An engine for an older classic or vintage car will cost considerably more as the spares to build them are harder to find and not all auto mechanics can work on some older vehicles. If your car is one of the older models it may be useful to seek the advice of a classic motoring club for specialist advice.

Having a rebuild may be friendly on your pocket but it can seriously affect the future value of your car. If you have a classic car, and you wish to enter it into a show, it may be disqualified for not being in original condition. Your vehicle insurers will need to be told of the changes by law and they will need the new engine numbers.

If you need to send your engine away for a rebuild there are a few things to think about beforehand such as who will take it out of the car and how it will be transported. An amateur mechanic may be able to take out engines but a much better option is to leave it to the professionals. Specialist tools and lifting tackle will be required to avoid any damage or personal injury.

When using a courier to ship a unit you need to bear in mind that the crates are charged according to their gross weight. Many firms who work on engines will offer free carriage and this will save money. Always ensure the engine is packed in appropriate crates it is covered by goods in transit insurance.




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