I'm looking at 80's vintage Hatteras convertibles so of course I'm looking at a lot of high hour Detroits. Some have already been rebuilt and some are probably approaching time to rebuild.
My question is how many times can a DD be rebuilt? I'm particularly seeing 6v92 and 8v92 in 45C and 52C.
I'm not a fisherman. I'll be cruising in a convertible so a leisurely comfortable speed is fine with me. If I find a recent rebuild or if I have one rebuilt, can I assume that I will not be dealing with another rebuild for a couple of thousand hours if I treat the engines nice and don't run it too hard?
I appreciate the experience shared on the board and look forward to some input from the veterans here. I've never owned a diesel.
Thank you.
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08-12-2017 04:12 PM #1Registered Member
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How many times can a DD engine be rebuilt?
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08-12-2017 05:14 PM #2
Re: How many times can a DD engine be rebuilt?
4 to 5000 bours on a rebuild if run reasonably.
If the block is not damaged all the components can be replaced again and again and again...Scott
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Re: How many times can a DD engine be rebuilt?
Sleeved engines typically can be rebuilt as many times as you'd like to tear them down.