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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ธ.ค. 2019
- Here I cover what my engine rebuild cost. I cover all the costs of material and machine shop work. Best of all, I discuss things I wish I had done different.
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Always use non synthetic oil as your break in lube. 1st 500 miles then drain and fill with synthetic. The reason is it will help seat your rings which happens in the first 500 miles.
I for sure thought not dropping the fly wheel on your finger would be top of the "wish I did it differently" list! great videos, I enjoy watching. brings back fond memories of my rebuild
Man I really appreciate the amount of detailed information you put in these videos. I’ve watched them all now and can only wonder what’s next. Thank ya sir keep it up.
Hey! Thanks for watching. I enjoy sharing
Thank you ! Now I have an idea how much to rebuild an engine my self.very nice learning video..
Thanks for making a straightforward and detailed video man. I just got my first Jeep XJ after having nothing but older Fords. I can see why these things are so popular! They're nimble little bastards. Mines a 96 xj 4 door sport, 4.0l with the ax15. Eventually I want to restore it to factory condition, but for now Ill be dropping around 7-8 grand for rust repair and restoring the drivetrain. These xjs are the shit!
I like that you go straight to the poit !
Starting rebuild on my 4.0 in the spring. I am sure I'll be watching more of your videos :)
Awesome! It's a fun project
The major machine work is easier and usually more cost effective to leave for the machine shop. The small details at the end and stuff like break-in oil are often overlooked costs. The major cost is usually "while I'm here" which includes a new clutch, flywheel ring gear, starter, alternator, etc.
On draining the fuel, you could use Sta-Bil fuel stabilizer to keep the fresh during the year of your rebuild. I add it to my seasonal equipment and fires up great when time to use it again.🤠👍
Thanks for all your videos. I’m working on a rebuild for my YJ some time next year. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out. I got a quote for machining the engine and it was 1300. Since you posted this, I’m definitely going to shop around and find a better deal. Thanks again.
Cool! Glad it helped you out.
Thx for the information...it helped me in making sound decisions
Awesome video series man. Helped me out lots! Thanks
Thank you. I'm glad it helped you out 👍🏽
Keep up the good work!
I’ve watched your channel and videos for many years now… I even rewatched a lot of them just for the entertainment. I don’t speak or comment often..but I’ve seen you do dang near everything on a YJ except, rebuild the differentials and rebuild a transmission. Other than that you’ve pretty much done everything.
You need to do a frame off build on a YJ. All new wiring harness, build a Super35 and Ultimate 30 ( I’d be glad to explain those in detail) new fuel and brake lines, then all the other stuff you’ve already done, except this time you build a performance I6 and you’ve done so many 4.0’s and even a 4.0 stroker.. you need to do a 4.2L with a 4.0 head swap with either a big carb or EFI throttle body like Holley Sniper 4 barrel… big cam, brown dog super mounts.. Clifford performance 4 barrel intake manifold, banks header and exhaust, Griffin aluminum radiator, electric fans, and modify a 231J with the Max Upgrade kit.
I know it’s expensive but you just build it over time like the rest of em… from the bare frame up.
Hope all is well Dale. 🤙
Thank you so much! I appreciate the support. More coming soon
I think you did an awesome job Dale ! Engine rebuilding is not a cheep process , and there are always added expenses involved . I am currently shopping around for a machine shop to do the machine work on my 4.0 in my TJ. This and many more things are going to be on my to do list this next spring and summer. Looking forward to your next video . Until next time take care and have a great weekend .
Thanks man! It was a fun project. Good luck with yours as well.
@@JeepSolid Thank you
All the more reason I love these things. Anytime something comes up on my xj I look for other opportunities to change/upgrade anything in the process because it's typically cheap enough to justify while I'm in the area. I'm in the process of doing my Duramax now and I think the cost of that Master rebuild kit covered one of my injectors. lol
I am SO happy that you did this episode! I have been trying to get a handle on what the machine work was going to cost me for my F 134 Willys engine, and nobody I could find would talk price! It was always, "well I really can't tell you because every job is different and every job has its own complexities." All I wanted was a ball park figure on what the different machining procedures would cost. Thanks for answering that question for me!
I'm glad it helped you out. From what I have heard from others, the machine shop prices in my area are lower than average, but it's a start.
Thank you. I enjoy your videos.
Hey dale! Love your videos 🙌
I’m rebuilding my Jeep engine soon and will be using an engine tech kit. I wanted to ask you for some advice, should I take my block to the machine shop to be bored, and based off the amount they remove, order my pistons then? Or should I order the pistons first and give the piston size to the machine shop?
Keep up the amazing videos 💯
Great video, I’ve been thinking about rebuilding my 4.0 in my xj in the future. I want power so I’m thinking about the 4.2 crank. Do you think it’s worth it to get an aftermarket head? But awesome video, you literally covered everything 👍🏽
I love your two Jeeps you have
Hi mate thank you for all videos, where did you bought the pats? And which website? Thanks.
Wow so here in Oklahoma that machine shop were would be about 1200 to $1,800 and most of the machine shops are packed 4 weeks or months
Nice video thanks! I have a 1991 4.0 original engine and I would like to keep my original engine still undecided what to do it have 190000 miles
Thanks for that!!
no problem
Look at you, getting everything for free. Very cool
Subscription because of your honesty
Interesting/informative.
Nice job
Help what's the replacement/upgrade for the peugeot transmission for my 1988 YJ?
Thank you so much for your time on giving me the information that I need and saving me the heart ache. My cousin fred are working on my motor right now. It's 3:17 in the morning we work at night too hot to work during the day. But anyways I have a question. Do you think I should do an exchange and pay alittle extra or rebuild it myself ? It's a 292 1964 F-100. Restoring and customizing it at the same time. Thank you for your time and support. Sign Bigg Bern.
I guess it depends on what you want to get out of it. It takes a lot of time and you can learn a lot out of it. On this Jeep engine, I would say, if it's just a project you want to have fun with and learn, then it's a great project! If you are just wanting a new engine and your Jeep up and running soon, I'd buy one.
I wonder if this would cost the same for my 5.3 vortex on my 04 Yukon xl
Since you were doing a rebuild, did you consider using that Edelbrock aluminum head? So you could bump up the power some.
Hello, I have a 91 yj and I’m wondering what’s the best set up for posi in my front Dana. I mean is it best to go manually or air?
After 3 years, what are your thoughts on that enginetech rebuild kit? I'm looking for a kit to rebuild my JKs 3.8.
Nice job man. Had a shop out of San Diego do all the work where they pulled, fully rebuilt, and reinstalled the engine for $2100. Not bad but still a way better deal to do the work yourself.
Yeah, that's a great deal.
Hi Jacob, I’m in L.A. and need to replace all 7 freeze plugs in my 4.0 XJ. I received a quote for $2,000 incl. new rear main seal and oil pump. May I ask you which shop in SD did your rebuilt. I’m willing to drive 2,5 hours south to save some $$$. Thank you.
Dale, fantastic job in sharing your rebuilt! I wish I had the skills you have!
@@DutchCherokeeXJ $2000 is a crazy high quote
Rebuild kit was only $434?? That is awesome
is engine tech kit any good?
So what is the compression now
Can you send me the information for engine tech, for 2008 jeep wrangler sport in addition thank you
Valve lapping and a valve job are two completely different things. Over time valve seats will wear and widen or be pitted. That can only be fixed with a valve job where all angles have the correct width. Lapping has a different purpose.
Great job man, wish my wife would let me have 3 jeeps :P
Haha! Yeah. But gonna be selling Fungus soon..
No wife, no strife
@@mercedescherokee6853 exactly. No point in "compromising" when what's really happening is you, the man, giving in and letting her get her way.
@@iraqifoodcart8447 exactly! It’s like women live to try and stop a man from doing simple shit we love, god forbid anything is above then they feel.
Should try next time electrolysis .... Talk about clean your block (no aluminum parts) Easy to do ..should look into it ..
How much is a jasper engine
how much time tho
go with a reconditioned 4.7L
What machine shop did you use?
There's a debate on whether or not to use brass plugs.. some say it adds to the electrolysis factor in the engine.... IDK... I've always used brass plugs, but most OEM are steel... Who knows?
I hear of steel leaking more often.
1800.00 dollars I can get a straight 6 long block engine from ATK with a 3 year warranty. I think I will go that route. Thanks for the video.
be careful buying from ATK, they have a pretty high failure rate and a reputation for never standing behind their warranty
@TunaNoCrustt I've never had any issues with the two I purchased.
@TunaNoCrustt Opinions are like assholes, everyone has one... If you didn't pay a dime into the purchase of my engine, your azz don't matter. LOL
Noticed you had crank polished on you video of total cost on your Jeep rebuild.
When I rebuilt my 4, I used .001 under size rod bearings on one side.
However, I could only find standard size for mains. Did you adjust fit in any way for polishing?
Polishing removes very little material keeping the journals in spec.
My rebuild had 300,000 on it. The rod throws were .0003 out of round. I polished them round.
It would still been in tolerance with standard. But using 4 half on one side of .001 under go it to middle of tolerance. Just never did see a main that allowed it. However, my mains with 300K were like new tolerance.
I have a CJ7 and doing the 2.5 to 4.0 conversion was NOT Cheap.... almost 2K for the rebuilt motor, then all the parts and accessories, clutch, transmission rebuild , exhaust, driveshafts, with labor was about 8K.....Would have done some of it myself but CA emissions laws are a pain...i'd rather trust a professional when it comes to the CARB laws.
Yeah. That's an expensive swap.
Do you have any thoughts on a crate engine vs a DIY rebuild? I know it costs more but for me I'd sure enough forget a washer or some other little item that'd ruin my rebuild, LOL. I have my suspension done and interior restored so now comes a zero mile engine before I'm too old....
I don't think a crate engine is a bad idea if you're in a hurry. If you have the time, doing the rebuild yourself will greatly expand your knowledge of how your Jeep works.
$400 valve job is steep? A mechanic in Connecticut quoted me a price for changing spark plugs, cables, distributor cap and rotor. On a 4.0 it all can be done in half an hour. He said it's $560. :) Yup. That's what I said too. Mechanics in CT are just nuts.
MINE COST $4500 AT A SHOP, now this is 2024, 5.7 v8
XJ’s rule when are going to pick one up
I had a head machined on my 01 4L cherokee last year for $90. they primed it, valve job and new springs.
That’s amazing deal
i dont see the steel block plugs being the first thing to fail... and unless youre planning on taking the engine from jeep to jeep i doubt the YJ will still be road worthy in 20 years
True. Other parts will probably go first.
I think it’ll last 20 years. We don’t deal with road salts here, and we’ve got time to fix stuff
@@BroncoSolid it could, but gotta contend with accidents, other engine failures, loss of interest coupled with a major repair like trans or tcase
hope all goes well go and look forward to see it do some mud bogging or rock bouncing
Los Angeles Machine Shop charged me $1700 for a complete rebuild. I dropped it off. 10 Days later, I picked it up and installed it. Add all the incidentals and that's what it cost. They used brass freeze plugs. I had to replace the harmonic balancer. I added a radiator filter. I switched to Red/Asian Car Radiator Fluid from Walmart. NOW, My ZJ's radiator is leaking and I'm also switching it to an all Aluminum Radiator; so, I really have to switch to the Red/Asian Radiator Fluid, to avoid electrolysis corroding the radiator from a steel engine and aluminum radiator.
But yes, I learned quite a few things; especially because, I didn't rebuild it myself.
That's still a good price for a rebuild
Good price
Is it possible to rebuild an engine while its still inside a car?
Yes, there are a few videos of people doing in frame rebuilds on these 4.0's out there.
I have a 04 Jeep Wrangler. Plan to bore out the engine with bigger piston converted to 4.9 .
I bought a 97 tj sport. It has good oil pressure when it's cold. Once it gets up to temp the pressure drops all the way to 0. I was told the bearings are worn. I would love to rebuild the motor myself but I don't have a place to do it. The mechanic wants $1500 to replace the bearings and hydraulic lifters. Plus installing a new header. Is it worth it?
Is that 1500$ a full engine rebuild? Or literally just bearings and lifters?
How is it holding up amazon Is sketchy
Very happy wit it. No issues. Runs super smooth
@@JeepSolid ok thanks cause idk if the quality is good thanks for the quick response ill try it out
Crate engine through my local parts store is $1500. Given what most machine shops charge, plus the time involved, crate engine is the way to go. Plus, 36,000 mile warranty.
I paid 5700 for crate engine and installation
@@Kingkev0 you got ripped off.
I’ll give you a guarantee..You pay for what you get
10 bucks for a serp belt????? I just bought one for my build a Gates micro V it was almost 50.00 bucks
You get what you pay for.
Some one told me that engine tech has issues with overheating
No, that would not be true. Overheating issues can be caused by multiple things, such as a stuck thermostat, head or block surfaces that are not level/flat, and many orher things.
I'm doing a rebuild on a 94 HO for my 00 XJ ...machine shop service for exact same services is 2400 $$ WTF !!!!
Wow!! Not worth it. Could buy new engine for that. You check other shops?
@@JeepSolid yes....they're all quoting same BallP if not MORE....the typical block service...clean, bore, hone,align,deck,etcetc. Heads nothing crazy ..refresh with.multiangle seats, bigger valves, p and p and Assemble the rotating
How much did getting successful on enough on YT to get donated so many parts cost? At those rates I'm legitimately considering starting a TH-cam career to get donated parts :)
For free parts, it's totally not worth it.. I spend hours every week working on it. I do it because I enjoy helping people, it's a fun hobby, and I make some passive income. There's a few more things I enjoy about it but it does take quit a bit of work.
But I would have replaced the clutch/plate and surfaced the flywheel...
Yep! Needs to be done.
That’s a different video. Ah, the life of a TH-camr
Jeep flywheels cant be resurfaced! Theyre not flat but have a bevel to them i think its noted in the fsm
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Good jop bro
What about the bandaids when you smashed your finger. Lmfao
Haha!! So true. Man that hurt!! 😂
Isn't better to buy a new engine ?
I think so
Not better, Just easier.
There both the exact same made and manufactured at the same spec metal is metal
It's more expensive to buy a new engine than for you to rebuild one. This is from my experience so it differs from one person to another.
If you want to be sure of what you have, rebuild it yourself. If you don't particularly care, or don't have the skill/room buy a crate engine. Both are good ways to go.
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85 bucks to resurface and MAGNAFLUX? Id find a new machine shop
I drive an FJ with 352,000 miles no leakage of any kind of fluids and drives daily. Do love you fools though. 😂