samedi 11 juin 2016

Sourcing And Buying Rebuilt Engines

By Jennifer Cole


At certain times in a vehicles life it will suffer a breakdown and in some cases the problem will be a major one that is beyond repair. When this happens and the fault is serious, rather than purchase a brand new power plant you can source and buy rebuilt engines. Using a reconditioned power unit will often save you many thousands of dollars.

There are a few options available to when trying to locate and buy a suitable rebuilt motor. A brand new factory unit will be very costly, and with some older vehicles, it will not be worth the outlay. The majority of vehicles that are in production, and many classic cars, can have a reconditioned engine fitted.

Fitting a rebuilt unit is a very cost effective solution and they are as reliable as the manufacturer engines that are available. A small sized engine to fit a bike will start at around 1200 dollars and larger motors for cars, pick ups and vans will come in at approximately 6000 dollars. The businesses that supply reconditioned engines will offer a guarantee which will be dependent on the mileage or on a time based period.

You will probably have an auto parts store in your neighborhood and these are a great place to find a compatible engine. Many of the spares shops will have a good stock of ready to go units to suit at reasonable prices. The people that are employed in the stores will also be on hand to assist with your purchase as well as answering any queries.

Another useful place to find what you need is an online supplier that specializes in rebuilt motors and accessories. Hundreds of internet sites are available to browse and most vehicle models are now catered for. Some of the companies are cheaper than high street motor factors as they will have lower overheads and can sell products for low prices but carriage costs will be added to your final bill.

A useful option for many, when buying a replacement motor, is to search local re cycling yards. Huge cash savings can often be made by buying a unit from one of these places and discounts may be offered if you leave your unit for them to rebuild. Any used components should be properly checked by a technician to ensure they meet safety regulations.

If a whole replacement motor is not needed, most of the suppliers can offer reconditioned parts for a partial rebuild. Cylinder heads and blocks are refurbished and offered for sale by the majority of firms specializing in motors. It is advisable that when you purchase a single part, to take the old one along to check that it will be suitable.

Fitting a rebuilt engine into a vehicle will often be a time consuming and difficult task and will need special tools. Many DIY mechanics will do their own installation work but it is advisable to hire a fully qualified mechanic to do the job. By having your mechanical work done by an expert, the job will be done properly and covered by a warranty.




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