2001 GMC Savana 1500 van with 5.7 liter Vortec needs new engine. Shop that will be replacing the engine suggested Jasper remanufactured engine, because of the 3 year/100,000 mile warranty. Looking into Jasper, I found some consumer complaints online. I also discovered that I could buy a new GM crate engine for this van (LS31) for under $2000 shipped. This is less than the cost of a Jasper.
Mechanic says to check on nationwide warranty with GM crate engine. He also thinks remanufactured engines may have updates/improvements over OEM engines.
Any experience with this engine with remanufactured versus new crate OEM? I hear the OEM is made in Mexico. I want what is going to hold up.
Mechanic says to check on nationwide warranty with GM crate engine. He also thinks remanufactured engines may have updates/improvements over OEM engines.
Any experience with this engine with remanufactured versus new crate OEM? I hear the OEM is made in Mexico. I want what is going to hold up.