VEGE Remanufactured DC38 2.8L 173ci Multi Purpose Long Block Engine

Description

High tensile gray iron anchors the VEGE DC38 Multi Purpose Long Block Engine during your commercial long block repower project. This 2.8L 173ci 6-Cylinder unit generates 125HP for light commercial service trucks. Install mechanics must verify rear main seal housing bolt length because shallow blind holes can bottom out fasteners and produce rear crankshaft oil leaks.

ASTM A48 Class 30 gray iron forms the compact 60-degree V6 block architecture to resist high heat distortion. This VEGE engine core receives a nodular iron crankshaft and forged AISI 1141 connecting rods. Valve faces feature hard chrome stems and stellite sealing edges. The 12V starter motor pulls 145A during cold spin testing. Net bare weight measures 330 lbs with dimensions of 24in length, 22in width, 23in height, with 4.0 quarts oil capacity.

Key Features of VEGE DC38

Service managers buy VEGE DC38 Multi Purpose Long Block Engine units to achieve an efficient industrial engine rebuild without expensive parts hunting. Precision horizontal line boring guarantees main bearing alignment to eliminate crankshaft binding under transit loads.

• A compact 2.8L 173ci displacement fits tight light truck engine compartments without clearance issues.
• Micro honed cylinder bores establish tight oil retention grooves for immediate piston ring seating.
• Heat treated valvetrain pushrods maintain valvetrain stability up to 4,500 RPM operating speeds.
• The DC38 commercial core cylinder heads receive digital vacuum testing to verify perfect seat sealing.
• Multi layer steel head gaskets resist combustion blowby between close center cylinder fire rings.
• High volume oil pump passages ensure immediate lubrication to the overhead rocker arm assemblies.
• Precision balanced crankshaft assemblies minimize engine vibration across light duty work trucks.

Dynamometer Verification Operational Thresholds

Dynamometer testing shows this DC38 long block engine delivers 125HP and 160 ft-lbs of shaft torque at 3,600 RPM. Technicians subject the long block to 2,000 RPM continuous load while oil pressure remains stable between 40 PSI and 55 PSI. Sump oil temperature reads 188°F with exhaust gas levels peaking at 1,140°F. Bench compression testing confirms 165 PSI across all six cylinders within 4% total variance. Crankshaft journal runout measures 0.0002in TIR to avoid bearing wear.

Field Installation Maintenance Protocols

Throttle linkage springs require 4 lbs pull force to guarantee positive throttle return under all road conditions. Do not drop this commercial replacement engine into high displacement pickup chassis or extreme industrial tractors. Plant service mechanics must follow mandatory preventive maintenance rules.

• Drain break-in motor oil and install a fresh oil filter after 500 miles or 20 operating hours.
• Inspect rocker arm pivot nuts to verify factory preload specifications of zero lash plus one-half turn.
• Check cooling system radiator cap pressure rating to maintain cooling system pressure at 15 PSI.

Crate Manifest Coverage Terms

Engine assembly matches the rigorous VEGE assembly standard covered by a 3-Year 100,000-mile parts warranty. Inside your heavy shipping crate sits the sealed long block core, steel oil pan, front timing cover, stamped valve covers, oil pickup screen, and the certified shop inspection sheet.