Auto Engine Repair & Motor Rebuilding, San Antonio
Motor Rebuilds and Engine Overhauls by Auto Service Experts
Auto Service Experts specializes in repairing & rebuilding Chevrolet, Ford, and Chrysler gas and diesel engines. We do complete engine overhauls on all imports including Honda, Toyota, Acura, and Mitsubishi. We also perform engine rebuilds and repairs on European cars such as Porsche, BMW, and Mercedes. Our shop combines state-of-the-art diagnostic technology & equipment with the kind of expertise that only comes from a lifetime of experience specializing in engine maintenance & repair. Whether you are in need of routine preventative maintenance or complicated engine performance diagnostics, our technicians are the best around. For information on hybrid electric motor repair, give us a call, or see our page on hybrid vehicle services.
ASE Certified Master Technician with over 20 years of experience specializing in gas and diesel engine repair on duty at all times.
Engine Failure Diagnostics
ASE Master Technician at Auto Service Experts performs diagnostics on an Audi A6 2.0.
A mechanic error caused this blown motor while the oil was being changed at a different local San Antonio repair shop.
We back all of our motor rebuilds, and engine overhauls with the best warranty in the industry. 3 Years/ 36,000 Mile Warranty on all parts and Labor.
Engine Repair or Complete Engine Overhaul?
Due to wear and tear over many miles and years of operation, internal engine parts eventually wear out or become damaged. Depending on the number and condition of damaged parts, you may need to replace only specific components, using what is known as a “piecemeal” engine repair approach. This approach can be more immediately cost-effective if only one or two key components within the motor require replacement.
However, suppose several internal engine parts show signs of damage or wear. In that case, you can save yourself from future expenses and headaches by opting for a complete engine overhaul or motor rebuild. In a full engine rebuild, we remove the engine from the vehicle, completely disassemble it, replace all worn-out parts, then reassemble the engine and reinstall it. This complete rebuild provides you with an engine that runs like a new one.
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Engine Repair, Rebuilding, Remanufacturing, and Replacement.
Engine Repair Rebuilding Advice
The manufacturer recommended preventative maintenance schedule is designed to help you avoid costly damage to your vehicle. For example, if you do not have a timing belt replacement BEFORE it breaks, it can bend engine valves and damage the cylinder head. Failure to have a coolant flush or cooling system on time can cause your car to overheat and destroy the engine. If you don’t change your engine oil frequently enough it turns to sludge, does not provide adequate lubrication, and damages expensive components.
Automotive maintenance, including timing belt changes, coolant changes, and oil changes, keeps your car or truck running at peak performance. It also helps to prevent damage, which can lead to having your engine rebuilt or replaced.
Engine and Transmission Replacement on Diesel Ram 2500
Complete engine or motor rebuilds involve machine work including:
• Overboring Cylinders
• Rebuilding Cylinder Heads
• Rebore Engine if needed, and replace pistons with the correct size
• Regrinding Exhaust and Intake Valves and Seats
• Resurfacing Cylinder Heads
• Turning Crankshaft
If your vehicle has a blown head gasket, this often causes damage to other engine components and automotive systems, such as your auto cooling system. See our article on blown head gasket repair in San Antonio, TX for more information. Topics include common symptoms of a blown head gasket, its function, how it is tied to other internal systems and head gasket repair cost.
Engine Rebuild on Ford F250 by ASE Certified Automotive Engine Repair Mechanic
Engine Repair Specialists at Auto Service Experts San Antonio Auto Repair shop
A complete engine overhaul gasket kit includes the following replacement parts:
• Antifreeze – replace
• Engine Bearings – When worn, they may cause low oil pressure or noise. Bearings may also come loose and cause damage to the crankshaft and connecting rod.
• Damaged engine bearings may be due to inadequate lubrication, failure to keep up with necessary maintenance and oil changes, or worn or clogged fuel pumps.
• Cam Bearings (if applicable)
• Main Bearings
• Rod Bearings
• Engine Head – completely disassemble and replace.
• Exhaust Manifold Gasket
• Exhaust Valves
• Intake Manifold Gasket
• Intake Valves
• EGR Tubes and Gaskets
• Head Gasket
• OEM Spark Plugs
• Oil Pan Gasket
• Oil Filter
• Oil Pump
• Pistons – Cracked pistons may fail to seal properly, causing damage to cylinders or bearings, reducing power and fuel economy, increasing emissions, oil dilution & sludge formation.
• Piston Rings
• Valve Guide Seals
• Valve Springs
• Water Pump
• Water Pump Gaskets
• Timing Chain/ Timing belt (depending on vehicle design)
• Tensioners and Guides on timing chain
***At Auto Service Experts, when our mechanics perform a complete engine rebuild, we do not charge additional labor fees for minor extras or incidentals such as motor mounts, spark plug wires, etc. You pay for the additional parts only, as there is not a great deal more labor involved.