Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Failed engine/What to do next?

[rcaldwel]

I posted this on the 911 forum but thought I might get more response here. I really need to help on this decision.



Help-98 engine failure/What to do?



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I need some help from the TDR members in deciding what to do. Cummins has my truck and has told me there has been a major problem in the engine requiring a new/rebuilt motor. Here is where I need help. The truck has 260,000 on it. It is an automatic. My concern is that do I spend $5000 plus in putting in a new motor with all the other components having that much mileage or just bite the bullet and look for something newer? I don't know how long automatics last and I'll bet their expensive. Even with the rebuilt engine, I will still have the VP44 with the high mileage and every thing else.



Please help me decide. I use the truck daily in my business so Budget rental is loving me every day.



Thanks for any input.



Bob

 

[Gary - K7GLD]

That has to be a personal judgement sort of decision - the truck with a blown engine is WAY down on trade-in or resale value - but unless you have LOTS of expensive aftermarket stuff in/on it, trading for new MIGHT be best - much depends on your personal finances.



Nearly impossible for anyone to offer meaningful and informed advice based upon available info... Good luck, whatever you decide.

 

[SHobbs]

IMHO. If it were me and the truck was doing ok and the only problem is a down motor, replacing it would be what I would do. On my budget I can easily justify 5k rather than 30k plus on a new truck. If you are worried about the VP44, why not put a new one on when the motor is replaced. It is ultimately up to you what to do and your money, but like I said if the only thing wrong is the motor and you can get away with spending 5 or 6k and keep a truck you allready know everything about, then why not. Good luck.

 

[rono]

Rcaldwel, I have an engine, and it runs great. Where are you located? E-mail me. -- email address removed --

Ron