Engine Replacement in Hillsboro, KS
The short answer
Replacing the engine often costs far less than buying another vehicle, and it makes sense when the rest of the truck or car is sound but the engine is worn out or badly damaged.
Maybe it spun a bearing, threw a rod, seized from lost oil or cooked itself hauling grain in August heat on a stretch of US-56. It is a big decision, so we first confirm the old engine really cannot be repaired for less, then give you honest numbers before you choose. We replace engines for drivers across Marion, Harvey, McPherson, Chase and Lyon Counties, and a failed engine from Hesston or Marion is within our free pickup range, so bring it in, or we will come and get it.
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We start by making sure you need it. An engine that sounds terrible can occasionally be something simpler, and we would rather tell you that than sell you an engine.
We explain the choices in plain words when replacement is the right call. That includes where the engine comes from and how long the job will take. Engine replacements carry Moxie's one-year warranty.
We do the whole job, not just the swap. We install the engine, replace the parts that should be replaced at the same time, and set up the engine computer so everything runs as it should.
We are honest about value. If the vehicle is not worth an engine, we say so. If it is, a replacement can give a good truck or car years more work for a lot less than a new one, and financing is available if you would rather spread the cost.
Why Hillsboro trusts Moxie with engine replacement
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Honest advice first
We confirm the engine cannot be repaired for less before recommending a replacement.
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An ASE-certified technician
Our technician is ASE certified in engine repair, automatic transmissions and drivetrains, and Moxie pays for ASE testing for the whole team.
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Free pickup and delivery
A vehicle with a failed engine is not going anywhere, so we collect it within 40 road miles.
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Fleet vehicles too
Moxie Fleet Priority members get priority scheduling to keep downtime short.
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Paying for it
This is one of the repairs people put off because of what it costs, and putting it off usually makes it worse. You can split it into payments and get the vehicle back on the road now, with Affirm, Sunbit, Synchrony Car Care, NAPA EasyPay and more, including options for credit that is still being built.
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What wears engines out around here
- Running low on oil or going too long between changes, which wears the bearings the crankshaft spins on
- Severe overheating while towing or hauling in summer heat, which can warp or crack the cylinder head or engine block
- A timing belt or chain that broke and let the valves hit the pistons
- Very high mileage wearing the pistons, rings and cylinders
- Water or dirt getting into the engine through the air intake, from a flooded low crossing or a dusty field road
How we decide whether an engine needs replacing
- We confirm the damage before recommending anything as big as a replacement, starting with a compression or leak-down test to measure how well each cylinder seals.
- We check oil pressure with a gauge and inspect the drained oil and filter for metal.
- We use a camera scope inside the cylinders where it can show damage without taking the engine apart.
- We check the rest of the vehicle, including the transmission, cooling system and body, so you know whether it is worth putting an engine in.
- We lay out the repair cost and the replacement cost side by side, so you can compare them.
What we check before recommending a replacement
- Compression and cylinder sealing
- Oil pressure and the condition of the old oil
- The cooling system, radiator and hoses
- Transmission, motor mounts and driveline
- Wiring and sensors that move over to the new engine
- The overall condition of the vehicle
Your engine replacement options
- Installing a replacement engine sourced to match your vehicle
- Replacing the parts that commonly fail alongside it, such as the water pump, thermostat, hoses and motor mounts
- Flushing or replacing the radiator and oil cooler so debris from the old engine does not reach the new one
- Programming the engine computer where the vehicle requires it
- Repairing the old engine instead, if testing shows it is still repairable for less
Engine replacement across five Kansas counties
We look after drivers across Marion County, Harvey County, McPherson County, Chase County and Lyon County, with free pickup and delivery within 40 road miles of 611 Orchard Dr, Hillsboro.
Engine replacement questions we hear every week
Is it worth replacing the engine in my car or truck?
It is often worth it when the rest of the vehicle is in good shape, especially on a truck or a vehicle you know and trust. It is usually not worth it when the body is rusting, the transmission is failing too, or the vehicle's value is far below the cost. We check the whole vehicle and give you the numbers so you can make the call.
How long does an engine replacement take?
The work itself usually takes several days, depending on the vehicle and how tightly the engine is packed in. Waiting for the right replacement engine to arrive can add time. We give you a realistic timeline once we know which engine you are getting, and we keep you updated while the vehicle is with us. Text us any time for a progress check.
What kind of replacement engine will I get?
We install new or remanufactured engines. A remanufactured engine has been rebuilt to factory specifications with new wear parts, and it usually costs less than a new one. The right choice depends on your vehicle, how long you plan to keep it and your budget. We explain the options before you decide, and nothing is ordered until you approve it.