631G
Senior Member
One of our HM300-3 has developed some blowby. Started with getting a crank case pressure error high that escalated from a low level alarm (L01) to a high level (L03) alarm over the course of about two-three days. We followed the manual on what items to service and in what order but maybe we missed the boat on catching a failure before it got too far? We replaced the KCCV filter, pressure sensor and cleaned the tubes out that connect to and from the KCCV filter housing. Machine is at the dealer now to confirm if we have lost the engine or not.
Does anyone know where I can get a reman engine or at least firm price on one for comparison? I am seeing little for the SAA6D125E-6 series engines that these trucks have in them. I priced an in-frame kit through Regal out of Tenn. and it is not too bad (Parts only $4,500). But I'm told by my branch service manager that if the dealer does the work, they recommend a total remove and replace with a reman or out of frame rebuild. I'm told that this is because the cost is nearly the same at about $35K to get a reman, rebuild or even do an in frame.... Does this square to you? I trust these men because they have always been fair and shoot straight with me, including now. But I would think an in frame would be cheaper than that? Maybe I am off or just suffering from sticker shock (likely case).
Any input is appreciated.
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Does anyone know where I can get a reman engine or at least firm price on one for comparison? I am seeing little for the SAA6D125E-6 series engines that these trucks have in them. I priced an in-frame kit through Regal out of Tenn. and it is not too bad (Parts only $4,500). But I'm told by my branch service manager that if the dealer does the work, they recommend a total remove and replace with a reman or out of frame rebuild. I'm told that this is because the cost is nearly the same at about $35K to get a reman, rebuild or even do an in frame.... Does this square to you? I trust these men because they have always been fair and shoot straight with me, including now. But I would think an in frame would be cheaper than that? Maybe I am off or just suffering from sticker shock (likely case).
Any input is appreciated.
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