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Is it possible to rebuild a Magnum engine?

Is it possible to rebuild a Magnum engine?

When taking an engine apart, one of the key issues is the condition of the short block. You will need the help of your engine shop at this point to determine if the block is damaged or if it can be rebuilt. The Magnum blocks are thin-wall, cast blocks so you should try to limit the overbore to .020″ or .030″ overbore.

When did the 5.9 Magnum engine come out?

Used Magnum engines are readily available, once you know where to look. 5.9 Magnum engines were production engines in Dodge and Jeep trucks, vans, and and SUVs from 1993–2003. The 5.2 Magnum was available in 1992.

Where is the casting number on a Magnum 5.2?

All Magnum engines are stamped either 360 or 318 on the driver’s side near the rear of the block. The casting number found on all 360 Magnum blocks is 5302006, whereas the 5.2/318 Magnums are 53006714 or 53006657. Otherwise, the 5.2 and 5.9 appear pretty much identical.

Where can I find a 5.2 Magnum engine?

The 5.2 is more common but less desirable for our purposes due to its smaller displacement. Craigslist and Ebay are good places to look for a swap engine. Car-Part.com has a user friendly search engine and lists available engines and other parts in scrap yards across the US, Mexico, and Canada.

When taking an engine apart, one of the key issues is the condition of the short block. You will need the help of your engine shop at this point to determine if the block is damaged or if it can be rebuilt. The Magnum blocks are thin-wall, cast blocks so you should try to limit the overbore to .020″ or .030″ overbore.

Where can I get a 5.7 liter Hemi engine rebuilt?

Dodge 5.7 Hemi engines remanufactured by certified professional engine rebuilders. Our top quality Dodge 5.7 liter Hemi remanufactured engines are shipped directly to your point of need or installed in your vehicle at our state of the art engine remanufacturing and auto repair facility.

Can you get a new motor for a Dodge Magnum?

Finding a new motor for something like a Dodge Charger or Magnum is fraught with danger, especially if you arent an experienced mechanic. There are a lot of people out there who will try and rip you off for a quick dollar by selling you “performance” parts or by falsely advertising things as something that they arent.

What do I need to swap a Magnum engine?

If you want to swap motors in your shed or garage, you will need some specialist tools. For example, you will need some sort of small crane or motor lifter to remove the old Magnum engine and drop the new one in. Is There Anything You Should Be Careful of When Looking for a New Magnum Engine?

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Ruth Doyle