What to do with 2007 4900 WS engine

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by rankd1, Apr 28, 2026 at 10:49 PM.

  1. rankd1

    rankd1 Light Load Member

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    Hi Guys - I have a Western Star 2007 sitting in my shop.
    It has an MBE 4000 leaking oil from head gaskets, 1.2 mil.
    I pretty much replaced all the parts on the truck except engine. Had the EGR filter deleted and I put a 200,000 on it after purchasing it with 1 mil on it.
    Doesn't run bad, but that oil leak is getting bad.
    Nobody will give me anything for it.

    Thought maybe I could place another engine in it for not too much - wishful thinking huh?

    Or maybe I could fix the oil leaks and use the truck for a spare.

    But I already have another one setting around I could use for a spare, a 2001 9900 with a 3406ek in it, it also has some small oil leaks.

    I guess I was just wondering what you all thought about fixing the Mercedes or swapping with a Detroit or similar engine?
     
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  3. Big Road Skateboard

    Big Road Skateboard Road Train Member

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    Do you have any big holes in the yard that need filled?
     
  4. Diesel Dave

    Diesel Dave Last Few of the OUTLAWS

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    Or a boat that needs sinking :p
     
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