Wednesday 20 April 2016

Saving Money By Using Rebuilt Diesel Engines

By Kenneth Adams


When your car breaks down in some cases the problems can be serious and having a mechanic carry out repairs will not solve the problem. If it is a serious failure it may be necessary to replace the engine and this can often be costly. A cost effective way around this is to look for rebuilt diesel engines as opposed to a brand new 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.

Most auto engineers will be able to offer you a rebuild option and it is advisable to obtain as many prices as you can to get the best price. Many web based companies will offer these services and most will have power plants ready to fit in exchange for your old one plus a fee. In a lot of cases it can be cheaper to buy a reconditioned one and not send in the old one for a rebuild.

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 need to send a block away for a rebuild you may need to have a qualified mechanic or auto repair shop remove it from your car instead of trying to do it yourself. They will have all of the correct tools and can extract it safely ready for shipping. This job can be done in your own garage if you have all of the specialist tools and heavy lifting gear you will need.

When you are pricing shipping costs be aware that couriers will charge by the weight of the box and with engines this could be costly. Many firms do offer free shipping both ways but this will have to be factored into the price. Always make certain that everything is well packaged to prevent damages in transit and use a reliable courier that provides insurance.




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