Tips on Re-manufactured Car Engine Installation

By Larry Hendricks

Professional and amateur mechanics have been changing out used engines for rebuilt engines ever since tire tracks first appeared on dirt roads. There's serious pride involved but also a chance to save good money. Set your tools out because here's how to do it.

Installing a rebuilt engine makes sense for a lot of reasons. But here's one I'll bet you haven't thought of. They usually include upgraded parts that did not come with the original engine they installed. So the reliability of a used engine can actually be better because of those upgrades.

But heres the deal. Call it what you want " rebuilt, used, remanufactured, recycled, even those hot crate engines " its yours. And you want it to run smooth and sweet with plenty of giddy up.

I've got to tell you, this whole "cash for clunkers" thing kind of irritates me. It's supposed to be a way to help the environment. But if you ask me, changing out your old engine makes more sense and saves money. Haven't they been telling us it's very important to recycle? That will help the environment more by keep more cars on the road to get people to work.

Because a used engine is sold as a longblock, all the internal components, the engine block, and the cylinder heads are there. This is how we do it and how we instruct customers to install the engines.

First theres a pre-installation inspection that youve got to do. Inspect the engine prior to the delivery driver leaving. If you find an damage then tell the driver, not the delivery ticket and notify the remanufacturer. ID that the right longblock engine assembly was shipped to you. Look at both the old and the new remanufactured engine. If you see any differences then call the manufacturer immediately. When you take out your old engine, place it next the replacement engine and ID which parts need to be changed over. Inspect the timing components on the engine. If the miles are over factory specification for a timing belt or chain, replace timing components. Inspect all gaskets for bolt on accessories and replace any gaskets that look brittle or are leaking. Change over any bolt on accessories needed off your old engine. Do not install engine with damaged parts on it, such as the oil pan, timing cover, engine mounts valve covers or manifolds. If the engine is installed with damaged parts and they cause the engine to fail prematurely the manufacturers warranty will be void.

Heres how to install your remanufactured engine.

1. Flush cooling system before you install the rebuilt engine. 2. Replace or clean the oil strainer and screen. 3. Replace oil pan gasket. Don't forget the main rear seal. 4. Change all the engine oils. 5. Replace the oil filter. 6. If water hoses or vacuum hoses need replacing then do it. 7. Prime the oil systems and make sure you have pressure. 8. Check for proper operation of the cooling and electrical systems. 9. Replace valve cover gasket as needed. 10. Install new belts and hoses.

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About the Author:

Larry Hendricks, the owner of Sharper Edge Engines in Northeast Florida has about any used, rebuilt engine you arecan imagine for any make and year. They ship anywhere in the country and you areguaranteed satisfaction, Best pricesand unsurpassed service help on your projects. www.SharperEdgeEngines.com