subject: Your One Stop Guide To Reconditioned Engines [print this page] Your One Stop Guide To Reconditioned Engines
Sooner or later every engine will reach a point where it has taken enough punishment and needs to be repaired or changed or better still get reconditioned. There are certain signs that an engine shows which shouldnt be ignored; these include deteriorating mileage and power, increased maintenance, oil hogging and periodical visits to workshop. Reconditioning can be the best option in most cases as it is more economical and all the investment is focused on faulty parts rather than changing parts which are already in good working condition. A reconditioned engine can either be rebuilt or repaired, depending upon the extent of damage. The best option is to go for extensive reconditioning as the resulting engine will be almost new in many aspects; a selectively reconditioned one rarely yields similar output as an extensively reconditioned unit.
Though the work done on reconditioning varies from engine to engine but generally engine block, cylinder head and pistons connecting rod, commonly known as conrod, are repaired, polished or replaced. Additionally to ensure optimal oil pressure cylinder heads can be pressure tested and oil seals can be placed. In order to make sure that you are getting what you have paid for, you can ask for specific brands used while replacing certain parts and the extent of repair done on other. Also its in ones own interest to look for the best deals of reconditioned engines available in market. Different vendors recondition engines differently and rarely will you find two vendors offering similar repairs at comparable prices.
Your research and effort will not only get you a reliable, almost new engine but it will also provide you with peace of mind and will ensure that your vehicle is good for another 5, 6 years. However before you enjoy the full advantage out of our reconditioned engine, bear in mind that you have to break in tenderly as a heavy foot will cause multiple problems in newly reconditioned units like rapid wearing of pistons, oil leakages and low oil pressure.
As a final note be on the look out for vendors who simply swap your engine with another engine from someone elses vehicle, this way you are only paying for new set of problems as a swap will also swap the set of problems associated with the engine and all you will get for your money is new set of troubles. Being proactive and knowing what you are getting can get you the best deal and a reliable engine.
