Guys,

Truck is a 4x4 with a 400M in it and a NP435. I found a replacement engine that I am getting rebuilt (currently at the machine shop). I am planning on having someone do the engine swap for me, as I am not sure If I am up to doing this by myself. Couple questions:

1. How long shoud it take to swap out a complete engine? The new one will be complete, but need alternator, PS pump etc swapped... I know labor rates vary, just wondering what a complete remove and replace should take in terms of time for a professional mechanic.

2. I will count on replacing the clutch with the new engine... Any other things I should consider doing while the engine is out?

Thanks for all the help.

Joel

 

Is he charging book time or actual time?


I would think actual time is about 10hrs provided no hangups.


I would have the flywheel resurfaced or provide a new one.


Might be a good time to throw a new starter in.

 

Thanks for the estimated time. I haven't confirmed with the mechanic yet, but I assume book time. I have another flywheel. I dropped it off with the engine, as they needed it to balance it. I will have them re-surface. Appreciate the assistance.

 

I could do it in 8 hours if I humped it.......I'm 57 years old so don't move like I used to. I was a professional diesel mechanic for over 25 years. These trucks are so simple to work on.

 

im sure you can do it its very easy, first time for me was in my back yard, i actually converted from auto to 4speed, so other parts installed.