How much to replace the motor in 6.5 Turbo H1 - Bad #8 cyclinder

[Danny7478]

All,

I am looking to buy a 1998 Hummer H1 with 33,000 miles. The #8 cylinder is cracked, which was a very common problem in the earlier H1's with the 6.5 Turbo and non-heavy duty block.

Any idea how much money for a reputable mechanic to replace and install with a new or rebuilt 6.5 motor? I can get the H1 at a reasonable price, so I just need a ball park figure on how much money for a replacement 6.5 block and installation. A mechanic who was not familiar with the H1's started to tear it down before he realized he was in over his head.

Any good H1 mechanics in the Pennsylvania region someone could recommend?

See pic.


Thanks for the help!!!


Danny Sottile
1985 M998

 

[hummer4x4guy]

I assumed this was a covered repair by AM General. I know it was back when there were HUMMER dealers. At this time I wouldn't know for sure.

 

[wheelspinner]

I have access to take out 6.5 Optimizer motors. Most are very low mileage. This will most likely be a better and less expensive route than a rebuild. PM me for more info.

 

[Retiredwarhorses]

All,

I am looking to buy a 1998 Hummer H1 with 33,000 miles. The #8 cylinder is cracked, which was a very common problem in the earlier H1's with the 6.5 Turbo and non-heavy duty block.

Any idea how much money for a reputable mechanic to replace and install with a new or rebuilt 6.5 motor? I can get the H1 at a reasonable price, so I just need a ball park figure on how much money for a replacement 6.5 block and installation. A mechanic who was not familiar with the H1's started to tear it down before he realized he was in over his head.

Any good H1 mechanics in the Pennsylvania region someone could recommend?

See pic.
View attachment 613127

Thanks for the help!!!


Danny Sottile
1985 M998

i charge 5k labor for this replacement, customer supplies motor...that can run from 5-10k.
i can tell you that done right, your talking an additional 1k in various items like hoses, clamps, new sensors...it just All depends how much of a mess the previous mechanic made. I highly suggest you find a shop that has done H1 work...I redo people's work weekly on these trucks.

 

[mountainmanmdk]

I have 6.5 crate engine out of Eglin Air force base 1,800

 

[11Echo]

All,

I am looking to buy a 1998 Hummer H1 with 33,000 miles. The #8 cylinder is cracked, which was a very common problem in the earlier H1's with the 6.5 Turbo and non-heavy duty block.

Any idea how much money for a reputable mechanic to replace and install with a new or rebuilt 6.5 motor? I can get the H1 at a reasonable price, so I just need a ball park figure on how much money for a replacement 6.5 block and installation. A mechanic who was not familiar with the H1's started to tear it down before he realized he was in over his head.

Any good H1 mechanics in the Pennsylvania region someone could recommend?

See pic.
View attachment 613127

Thanks for the help!!!


Danny Sottile
1985 M998

Where in PA are you located?

I bought a brand new 6.5 long block in the crate off the net for $3k last year. Shop around as there are a few companies selling brand new motors in the $5500 range on the net.

http://www.ssdieselsupply.com/p178_brand_new_6.5_longblock_diesel_engine.html

 

[gimpyrobb]

Teds trucks in Bama has the optimizer take outs for 3k. Lots of guys on the diesel place have been very happy with them.

 

[rtk]

SSDiesel Supply is located in the Buffalo NY area , let me know and I will check it out for you . I am just down the block from there . SS supply has been around for a while .

 

[DukeNukem]

Good info

 

[dilvoy]

Where in PA are you located?

I bought a brand new 6.5 long block in the crate off the net for $3k last year. Shop around as there are a few companies selling brand new motors in the $5500 range on the net.

http://www.ssdieselsupply.com/p178_brand_new_6.5_longblock_diesel_engine.html

Both your foto and the one from the engine seller show a N/A Engine. He needs a Turbo Engine.

 

[11Echo]

Both your foto and the one from the engine seller show a N/A Engine. He needs a Turbo Engine.

I assure you my engine is a turbo'd engine and is duly equipped!
Those pics are file photos.

 

[mountainmanmdk]

We can supply a 6.5 engine and do the swap out for 5K that's taxes everything out the door, if your anywhere near Tampa Florida tow it over.