Thanks for the pics. I have the engine in the back of my truck. I am on my way to get the block checked out. It is a 599 block. I am thinking it would be a better idea to go with an optimizer block rather than trust the old block. I would rather do it right the first time. It is shity that the motor was pulled when I bought the truck. You guys have been really helpfull. What a great site for the out cast 6.5 lovers.
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Originally Posted by logger33
(Post 864717)
Thanks for the pics. I have the engine in the back of my truck. I am on my way to get the block checked out. It is a 599 block. I am thinking it would be a better idea to go with an optimizer block rather than trust the old block. I would rather do it right the first time. It is shity that the motor was pulled when I bought the truck. You guys have been really helpfull. What a great site for the out cast 6.5 lovers.
Anywhere from 5,000-7,000 brand new and around 2,000+ for a naturally aspirated 6.2 optimizer military "takeout"... |
Hey logger, I'm withn you...looking for a new Optimizer 6500 - turbo version!!!
If you find anything, please let me know. Seems most folks aren't aware of the versions (NA or Turbo). There is a difference in precups, oil pump, and one other item I can't remember at the moment. |
Originally Posted by TrustySub
(Post 880807)
Hey logger, I'm withn you...looking for a new Optimizer 6500 - turbo version!!!
If you find anything, please let me know. Seems most folks aren't aware of the versions (NA or Turbo). There is a difference in precups, oil pump, and one other item I can't remember at the moment. You can walk into your friendly neighborhood GM parts department and order up a genuine GEP 6.5 Turbo Diesel shipped right to you with a 3 year warranty. Get ready to dig deep into that wallet though. Now, if you're talking difference between the GEP Optimizer and the original GM "6.anchors", the list becomes verrrry long...... |
Best bang for the $
Don't know which way you went on your decision but
I went thru a lot of grief and misery before making my decision! I finally settled with US Engine Production DBA International Diesel Ltd 155 RAYNOR AVE RONKONKOMA, NY 11779 They have been building & rebuilding engines for the DoD a number of years. My engine is a 2006 production '506 block that is bored .020 over. I requested a reman for several reasons - one being that it is seasoned - another is price. Anyways, I got a turbo version long block for under $4K. Forged crank included. Diamond precups, anodized pistons, whatever is needed to run a turbo setup. I forgot to ask for my run sheet but they are going to track it down for me! My 2 cents - If you are buying used from anyone for more than $1000 shipping included, it is a waste of money. Hope all goes well for your project! |
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