Would you do it?

[Yukon2000xl]

I'm looking to buy a new OEM 5.3l engine from gm parts online for my 2000yukon xl.This truck is from Arizona and has 0 rust on it ,and I now rust treat it since I've had it.I have already rebuilt both diffs,transfer case, transmission and suspension/brakes.
Right now the engine runs fine but it has 227000 miles so it has done its job.All the used yukons and tahoes up here in Quebec Canada are rusty and or 45k + for used.A new one is just too much money to justify for a winter vehicle. I'm looking at about 10k for new engine,intake,injectors and all the small stuff I'll need.....worth it?


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[1999hoe]

I say if it aint broke dont fix it

 

[95escahoe]

What's wrong with the engine that it needs replacement? If it's well maintained it should last beyond that


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[#1taho]

10k no not worth it. And you don't have to replace everything new like intake etc. I would rebuild the motor and keep all the old stuff on it. They don't go ofton enough to warrant changing.

 

[Yukon2000xl]

What's wrong with the engine that it needs replacement? If it's well maintained it should last beyond that


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It takes a bit of coolant but frankly it just can't be driven far in my opinion because of its age.Id always be worried about when it will go.Also over time the oil pressure takes a few seconds to move until I change the oil filter then it's good for awhile.....worries me


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[1999hoe]

Ide vote full rebuild and replace any that concerns you still cheaper than 10k however if you got it and dont mind spending the cash then go nuts peace of mind is a valuable thing

 

[95escahoe]

It takes a bit of coolant but frankly it just can't be driven far in my opinion because of its age.Id always be worried about when it will go.Also over time the oil pressure takes a few seconds to move until I change the oil filter then it's good for awhile.....worries me


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Take it to a good shop have them look it over and see what you need can prolly get your engine rebuilt for cheaper then a GM engine and you don't need to replace the intake if yours is good, same thing with the injectors if there good no need to replace them, it's your money do what you want but that's what I'd do


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[alaska_guy]

Why not just get a 5.3L with low miles out of a junkyard? They can be found with 20-30k miles where I live, we only have 2 junkyards here to give you an idea... So you should be able to find a 5.3 pretty easy in the lower 48 for cheap. You might pay $1000 at most for a 5.3L. Those engines are everywhere.

Here is an example of a 5.3L here that has under 100k for $650

https://anchorage.craigslist.org/cto/5803551489.html

 

[95escahoe]

Why not just get a 5.3L with low miles out of a junkyard? They can be found with 20-30k miles where I live, we only have 2 junkyards here to give you an idea... So you should be able to find a 5.3 pretty easy in the lower 48 for cheap. You might pay $1000 at most for a 5.3L. Those engines are everywhere.

Here is an example of a 5.3L here that has under 100k for $650

https://anchorage.craigslist.org/cto/5803551489.html

Or that pick one up, have a shop look it over throw it in and your good to go


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[BigDaddy13440]

http://www.trucktrend.com/how-to/engine/1208tr-5-3l-bow-tie-builds-mild-to-wild/

 

[alaska_guy]

Good point on a built motor. I would get a cam on a 115LSA though with +3 since these rigs are autos. You get 112 LSA or even 113 and the drive ability goes out the window. I have an auto LS1 with a professional tune with a custom ground cam on a 115+3 LSA and 114 would be the lowest I would go for a daily driven vehicle. I have no idea what size stall converter is in these rigs, but I would imagine you would need a larger stall as well. It all adds up quickly $$$.

Good luck!

 

[pnwdan]

you can also order a reman with a warranty for a decent price. I ended up having to replace my LQ4 and thats what I did

 

[Yukon2000xl]

Thanks for all the suggestions guys appreciate it


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[Zigger21]

You can get the engine rebuilt for $2399 and if you want more power and better parts, jack it up with big tires for the snow you can get that for under 5K which is the road I would take than waste it on a new sputter that is probably not as good and a rebuild with larger camshaft and larger alternator and more reliable water pump and plugs and coils. But if you got the coin you got my opinion.

 

[dantheman]

if you dont care about adding a bunch of power, pop the heads off, replace the lifters and trays, replace head gaskets and slap it back together. then pop the front cover off the engine and throw in a new oil pump and call it good for another 200k miles