Installing a rebuilt
engine purchased from National
Cylinder Head Exchange is something that a vast majority
of DIY (do-it-yourselfers) have done at least once and isn't
as daunting a task as it appears to be. We have added some
tips that veterans and first-time installers should review
prior to installing any rebuilt
engines.
Prior to installing any rebuilt
engine you will want to contact us to purchase the rebuilt
engine for your particular application (automotive, truck,
marine or commercial). Next you will want to purchase replacement
hoses and belts for your remanufactured engine. You should
never replace the engine without replacing the hoses and belts;
replacing the belts and hoses ensures a quality installation
of your new rebuilt engine.
Next you will need to secure an area
adequate for the replacement of the remanufactured
engine taking into account the possibility of inclement weather
(such as rain and hot or cold days), a clean area to prevent
dirt from entering areas. The area should also be strong enough
to support the engine hoist used to remove the old engine and
install the National
Cylinder Head Exchange rebuilt engine. There is also the
probability that you will need to raise the vehicle for access
to components located on the underside of the vehicle. Be sure
that you use vehicle supports that were designed for your vehicle!
Never use concrete or wood blocks and always be sure that any
supports have a capacity exceeding that of the vehicle you are
working on.
If you are new to engine replacements
then you should consider taking advantage of today's technology
by using your digital camera or camcorder to record the engine
compartment area. This could save you a great deal of time and
aggravation later on as you try to decipher the placement of
brackets, hoses and other seemingly easy to install parts. Each
time you remove a wire, cable or vacuum hose you should label
it somehow; use small paper tags or (better yet) just plain old
masking tape. Trust us, you will be thankful that you took a
few minutes to mark everything you disconnected after you have
installed your rebuilt engine!
Once the old engine is out you should
place it close by in case you need to remove something off of
it for the replacement rebuilt
engine. Rebuilt engines from National
Cylinder Head Exchange do not come with the many variety
of brackets used for engine driven accessories. Now that the
tired old engine is out you should thoroughly clean the engine
compartment. One of the easiest ways to do this is to use a couple
of cans of engine degreaser and a water hose; if you have access
to a pressure washer then you should use it. A clean engine compartment
makes the installation of your new National
Cylinder Head rebuilt engine a
lot less messy.
While you are in the process of replacing
the engine you should always send the radiator out to be pressure
tested and thoroughly cleaned, especially if you have found traces
of oil in it. Oil in the radiator will cause the coolant to look
milky and have a thick consistency which could lead to problems
with the replacement engine in the very near future. If you detect
oil contamination in the coolant you should also take steps to
flush the cooling system to clean oil residue out of the heater
core. After flushing the system thoroughly you should always
add coolant to the system to protect your new engine during temperature
extremes.
Purchasing motor oil for your rebuilt
engine shouldn't be taken lightly as the life of the engine
depends upon the oil for cooling, cleaning and lubricating.
Purchase a quality brand of motor oil and a good oil filter
as well; sometimes folks will change the oil but not the filter
but this is not recommended by National
Cylinder Head Exchange. It does little good to replace
the oil with new oil and then run it through a used oil filter
containing the same oil that you just drained out of the engine.
When installing a new oil filter always fill it with new oil
(and lubricate the gasket) to allow for the engine to quickly
restore oil pressure when it is started.
Once you have everything back in place
it is time to fire up the remanufactured
engine you just installed. Let the engine idle until it is
up to operating temperature while you check for possible leaks
and then insure that the coolant level is topped off. During
the first 500 miles you should not exceed 50 miles per hour for
extended periods. It is recommended that you change the engine
oil after this break-in period and then continue with regular
oil change intervals.
After break-in and final testing for
any possible leaks from the installation itself you are now ready
to enjoy your newly installed rebuilt
engine from National
Cylinder Head Exchange!
Thank You for considering
National Cylinder Head Exchange for your rebuilt
engines, crate engines or remanufactured engines.