Reman C15 engine rebuilders

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  1. Nov 23, 2017 #1
    Loaderlou

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    Hi everyone. I'm considering replacing my C15 6NZ with a fresh one. My engine really looks like it went through a war. Runs great but looks ugly. I have 850,000 miles on it and am considering freshening it up with a platinum kit or just replacing it with a fresh rebuilt one with a fresh paint job. Can anyone recommend a reputable rebuilder for a swap?
     
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  3. Nov 23, 2017 #2
    NightWind

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    Platinum kit at cat is my choice. 4 year warranty. :Wrench:
     
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  4. Nov 23, 2017 #3
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    Hmmm....That Platinum kit is around $11,000..........Maybe more for a c-15

    Do it yourself-Save about 6k in labor-

    Engine swap could be close to 30k for a reman- $40k for a crate-Brand New
     
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  5. Nov 23, 2017 #4
    Loaderlou

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    Yes, I understand that. That's Definitely a pro. I'm hoping to put some paint on it. If I pull it out and send it out, then there's no question, but that's a lot more work. I guess I'm looking for the quickest wat to get both items in one move quickly
     
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  7. Nov 23, 2017 #5
    Loaderlou

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    Thanks you guys, at that point I would probably consider a glider
     
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  8. Nov 23, 2017 #6
    NightWind

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    Just remember you will not have the labor warranty if you do it yourself and that is priceless.
     
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  9. Nov 23, 2017 #7
    cjb logistics

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    Priceless yes on cost, but if you/he does it right the first time and knows anything about rebuild, it is not worth the extra cost.
     
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  10. Nov 23, 2017 #8
    stayinback

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    Its all about VALUE- Which Savvy truck owners follow-

    Series 60 Detroit motor- Send out Head for valve job- Liners-Rods-Pistons all Bearings under 2k $3500 total Plus my time.VALUE

    I Look at Bottom Line value as opposed to Warrantees.........
     
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  11. Nov 23, 2017 #9
    NightWind

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    It's all it what you feel is in your best interest. Me I love warrantees, but I know when to pay for having them and when not to. Not everyone does. A Detroit engine for me isn't worth having , but to some one else they love it. Different strokes for different folks. So if he does it himself and is say hmm 2,000 miles from home, something fails, then what pay the wrecker bill I suppose.
     
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  12. Dec 10, 2017 #10
    Loaderlou

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    I would definitely go for the warranty, but with an inframe I would still have an ugly motor. My cat dealer wants around $35,000 for a platinum overhaul. Have gotten a much better price from out of state, but if something goes wrong I'm at the back of the line indefinitely.
     
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