Can the 3126 be overhauled?

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  1. jakescia

    jakescia Bobtail Member

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    I am being told that the dry 3126 Cat cannot be overhauled, that putting rings and pistons in it is a waste of time, that it takes an entire reman motor.............

    What say you?

    Thanks.
     
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  3. MedicineMan

    MedicineMan Road Train Member

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    they are right. it's a throw away motor. there is no liner to be replaced.
     
  4. Far_Call

    Far_Call Medium Load Member

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    The 107-7604 Cylinder Sleeve is available for 3126 Engines. Use the cylinder sleeves when it is determined that the existing cylinder wall(s) are not reusable because of wear, pin holes, cracks, or scoring.
    Inspect the cylinder block carefully to be sure it is still usable. If sleeves are to be installed, use the procedure given in this Guideline.
    If the dimension of a cylinder, or cylinders, is to be accurately measured, For 3126 Engines, use a 142-2285 Stress Plate (3126) or a 125-2064 Cylinder Head Stress Plate (3126).


    The 107- 7604 Sleeve is AU$136.23 Genuine but possibly available cheaper aftermarket from someone like IPD?
     
  5. Heavyd

    Heavyd Road Train Member

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    Replace the engine and be done with it.
     
  6. Far_Call

    Far_Call Medium Load Member

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    Usually works out cheaper that way
     
  7. Jas

    Jas Medium Load Member

    you gotta machine the block to sleeve it so its block out anyways, the guys are right, new or reman engine is the go, or maybe a good second handy if you can find one with low miles.
     
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