re chev 6.2 diesel engines
Submitted: Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 00:10
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g day all i am considering purchasing a hj60 cruiser fitted with a brunswick diesel 6.2 engine installed about 4 years ago any advice on what to look for engine has done about 100,000ks many thx
Reply By: PatrolSTL04 - Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 01:10
Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 01:10
I had thought about getting on fitted to my Patrol one day....the 6.5 as opposed to the 6.2
However, have come across 2 people that would not fit a 6.5 again (clients).
Apparently the 6.5 are great business for the two Diesel Injection Specialists in
Perth for replacing injectors, pump, and piston rings (oil consumption greater than the 200 series and ongoing). But have been told by one of these Specialists once they are fixed they are super. Shame Brunswick do not do it right....from what I have heard.
They may have improved since the two I know of, but the advice of too many people have turned me off them.
But maybe this guy has had all the issues sorted....assuming the same issues as a 6.2.
Good Luck.
Brett......
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Reply By: Rock Ape - Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 07:20
Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 07:20
I have a 6.5 with no problems at all, early over heating was the radiator. I tow a van and she never overheats.
The 6.2 and 6.5 engines are not a petrol block at all and as for oil consumption the normal use is 1/2 a litre per 5000k. The earlier 5.7 l was the disaster.
Some do have an issue with their injector pumps, but I believe this is mainly caused by the engine coming in from the states with big K's on it and either not being reconded properly, or nothing done to it at all.
The engine is also only 15 kilos heaver than the 2 h it replaced.
Have a good one
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Reply By: Ozhumvee - Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 08:53
Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 08:53
Pretty much a bulletproof engine if looked after, regular oil and filter changes and clean air.
The one in my Humvee is now 22 years old, has done around 300k and uses approx the oil as quoted above.
My Humvee spent the first 15 years of its life in Saudi Arabia with the US Airforce, Desert Storm etc so you would expect some wear issues.
Until this time last year the engine had not been touched since initial assembly. Before setting out on a 4 month/20k trip to the west I decided to give it a 21st birthday even though it was running perfectly. I fitted a new injection pump, injectors, water pump, timing chain, harmonic balancer, fuel pump (mechanical), belts and radiator hoses. All that for less than $AU1k, try that on a Nissan or Cruiser.
Parts are cheap as, many available locally and things like pumps and injectors 4 days delivery from the US. Typical price for new inj pump around $AU400, set of injectors(8 including return lines, clips and new gasket washers) $AU200. Water Pump $45, full engine gasket kit $35 etc etc.
I'm quite happy to pass on details of sources in the US for parts.
The 6.2 and 6.5 were designed as a diesel from the start and are not a converted petrol block.
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Follow Up By: Member - Morry H (WA) - Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 22:37
Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 22:37
mine has done 12000ks since sept last gets 7.5 ks to liter over all town driving and towing van . as yet no oil burning no leaks . serviced every 50000 ks. best to ring up brunswick and get it from the horses mouth then go from there works for me regards morry
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Follow Up By: gomez - Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 23:58
Monday, Mar 15, 2010 at 23:58
many thx to you all really appreciate your advise and caring re this purchase
i am satisfied enough to purchase as the vehicle is in outstanding condition cehicle advertiesd on gumtree
perth if you wish to view
again thx all
gomez
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Follow Up By: Maff7 - Tuesday, Apr 06, 2010 at 20:48
Tuesday, Apr 06, 2010 at 20:48
Hey Ozhumvee, would I be able to get those sources for the chev parts off you, my 6.2 is due for a freshen up and the parts prices you listed are less than half what I've been able to find locally, also do you know if they sell complete engines, I may upgrade to the 6.5 L if they're not too dear. Any help would be much appreciated.
Thanks
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Follow Up By: Ozhumvee - Friday, Apr 09, 2010 at 20:54
Friday, Apr 09, 2010 at 20:54
yes, send an email to ozhumvee at hotmail and I'll reply direct
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