VEGE Remanufactured VCTC2WD 4.8L 294ci 2WD Utility Long Block Engine

Description

High tensile gray iron anchors the VEGE VCTC2WD Utility Long Block Engine during your fleet commercial long block repower. This 4.8L 294ci 8-Cylinder powerplant delivers 285HP for two wheel drive utility trucks. Mechanics must verify oil pan sump clearance against the steering center link because two wheel drive chassis utilize specific rear sump depths.

Solid ASTM Class 35 iron forms the deep skirt cross-bolted six-bolt main bearing block casting. This VEGE engine core utilizes a balanced nodular iron crankshaft and fractured cap powdered metal connecting rods. Stainless steel valves work against hardened powdered metal seats. The 12V starter motor pulls 170A during cold spin testing. Bare engine weight measures 440 lbs with dimensions of 28in length, 25in width, 26in height, with 6.0 quarts oil capacity.

Key Features of VEGE VCTC2WD

Service managers buy VEGE VCTC2WD Utility Long Block Engine packages to accomplish an industrial engine rebuild with minimum bay downtime. Precise computerized horizontal line honing ensures main bearing alignment to eliminate crankshaft journal binding under transit loads.

• A high efficiency 4.8L 294ci displacement platform provides dependable power for municipal delivery routes.
• Six-bolt cross-bolted main bearing caps provide extreme bottom end structural strength.
• Diamond plateau hone patterns seat compression rings within the initial run hours of operation.
• The VCTC2WD commercial core roller camshaft profile yields continuous power across all truck road speeds.
• Front mounted gerotor oil pumps provide immediate fluid pressure to overhead hydraulic roller lifters.
• Multi layer steel cylinder head gaskets maintain fire ring seal integrity under full throttle shifts.
• Precision balanced crankshaft assemblies minimize engine vibration across light duty work trucks.

Dynamometer Verification Operational Thresholds

Dynamometer testing shows this VCTC2WD long block engine delivers 285HP and 295 ft-lbs of shaft torque at 5,200 RPM. Technicians subject the long block to 2,500 RPM continuous load while oil gallery pressure stays between 44 PSI and 60 PSI. Sump oil temperature reads 195°F with exhaust gas levels peaking at 1,210°F. Bench compression testing confirms 185 PSI across all eight cylinders within 4% total variance. Crankshaft journal runout measures 0.0002in TIR to avoid bearing wear.

Field Installation Maintenance Protocols

Throttle linkage return springs require 5 lbs pull force to guarantee positive throttle return under all road conditions. Do not drop this commercial replacement engine into four wheel drive chassis requiring front differential axle tube oil pan clearance notches. Plant service mechanics must follow mandatory preventive maintenance rules.

• Drain break-in motor oil and install a fresh oil filter after 500 miles or 30 operating hours.
• Verify rocker arm pivot bolts torque down to factory 22 ft-lbs into cylinder head bosses.
• Check cooling system radiator cap pressure rating to maintain cooling system pressure at 15 PSI.

Crate Manifest Coverage Terms

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