There are
many options when comes to repairing and engine, for example:
1) Repairing the
failed part: This means exactly that however, this option is only applicable when
everything else has been inspected and determined that repairing just the
failed component will be a solid repair.
2) Overhauling:
Disassembling the engine completely and replacing and resurfacing all internal
wearing parts (A.K.A. engine rebuilding
3) Replacing
with a used unit: On the surface this may sound like the most economical choice
but when you take into account all the necessary things that must be done,
things like transferring accessories air conditioning, power steering components
replacing seals and gaskets, belts hoses etc… When it’s all said and done
sometimes this choice becomes very close to overhauling or even replacing with
a rebuilt unit.
4) Rebuilt unit:
There are many companies that offer rebuilt engines. However finding the right
one for your application that has a proven track record of reliability all at an
affordable price is the challenge with this choice.
5) Remanufactured
unit: This may be the closes choice to a brand new engine. These engines take
up were the rebuilding ones left off. Rather than replacing just the wearing
parts, remanufactured units typically have all moving parts replaced or machined
to manufacturer’s specifications leaving just the shell of the engine block and
cylinder head(s) this is the superior choice of all. However cost is what
generally prohibits people from making this choice.
