Remanufactured engine purchasing

[eljefino]

It's got 203k on it and I replaced the radiator and water pump and timing about 2 years ago and got a code for timing belt had jumped a cog. That's another $1000 to $1500 and remanufactured engine is 0 miles for another $1000 to $2000. So just checking on what others have to say.

If you get a reman engine they move accessories over from the old one, so you might be disappointed to find out you've got your old coil packs, alternator, etc. IDK if they move water pumps-- I wouldn't, but could see them doing it on some applications. If you just want "new everything" you'll need to drill down the list of what they replace and make sure it meets your needs. Also be prepared for $$$ "complications" while the mechanic is installing the new one, or, for that matter, fixing the old one.

I'd fix the timing belt, check compression, and run what you have. It sounds like it's not burning oil or having gasket issues so it should still be solid.

 

[Donald]

A quick look. RockAuto has a new Mopar for $6K and Marshall engine has a reman for $4500. Then $$ to install the engine.

How much money do you want to put into the car?

Check compression.

New rings and a valve job would get your current engine another 100K miles assuming the bearings are not worn.

Bearings can be checked with plastigauge.

 

[eljefino]

Check compression.

With the timing belt off a tooth compression won't be stock.

 

[14Accent]

There's no timing belt on a Hemi...

 

[TimK]

There's no timing belt on a Hemi...

I know it's a chain. I said belt without thinking.

 

[someonesomewhere]

So you don't need a professional installer to keep the motor warranty?

Tbf, that was 20 years ago. May be different now.

 

[CapitalTruck]

I had good luck with ATK

 

[zzyzzx]

I used a Jasper once, and it was fine. That was more then 20 years ago.

 

[nthach]

How about a local machine shop rebuilding yours?

That’s becoming a lost art - and finding a competent machine shop is getting harder. And a “modern” engine just can’t be machined like an older one - you warp the head on a modern Japanese OHC engine, it should be replaced with a new casting.

I’d rather gamble with an LKQ used engine than a reman. If money ain’t a thing, OE-branded reman. That way you get a warranty and some labor compensation.

 

[clinebarger]

That’s becoming a lost art - and finding a competent machine shop is getting harder. And a “modern” engine just can’t be machined like an older one - you warp the head on a modern Japanese OHC engine, it should be replaced with a new casting.

I’d rather gamble with an LKQ used engine than a reman. If money ain’t a thing, OE-branded reman. That way you get a warranty and some labor compensation.

Not an issue with a 5.7L Hemi....Assuming you can find a good machine shop.