Engine repairs are our main forte at XL Mechanical Service Ltd. but recently we took on a special diesel engine rebuilt project, and wanted to share it with everyone. Here are some pictures of the engine we rebuilt and assembled. It is a 1300 horse power sled pulling (tractor pulling / power pulling) engine. The engine is originally out of a 1996 Dodge truck. This motor has been heavily modified for this specialized application.
The engine runs no coolant as the block and head are filled with concrete for added strength. The engine rotating assembly is balanced and blue printed. The head has its intake casting shaved off, and uses a custom 6 runner side draft intake manifold. On the inside the head and block are fire ringed, fly cut pistons and a Hamilton 230/240 cam round out the internals. On the bottom end the crankshaft has been studded and uses a 3/4 “ girdle.
The Fuel system utilizes a heavily modified Sheid Diesel 13mm race pump with adjustable timing gear and Scheid 5X25 injectors, as well as a S500 turbo to keep things cool. The engine will run safely for the approximate minute or so that the pull lasts on the 330 foot long track without coolant in it due to all the mass to absorb the heat.
This is an entry level engine at 1300 h.p. for diesel class. The cost to build is significant. These engines range in price from $30,000 to $100,000 or more. If you have a special Dodge Diesel rebuild project you would like us to give you a quote on please call 403-350-6840.
Tom Zelinka has been an Alberta Journeyman Automotive Mechanic and Interprovincial Red Seal since 1978. In 1981 he then received his Alberta Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate and Interprovincial Red Seal. He has received Certificates for: Cummins engine certification on N855/N14/M11 Engines, Cummins B/C/ ISB Series Engines, Cummins B/C/ISB Series Engine Fuel Systems, and Cummins B/C/ISB Series Electronic Engine Controls.
Interprovincial CFC/HCFC/HFC certification, Alberta Liquid Petroleum Gas Certification, Alberta Certified Advanced Mobile Hydraulics, Alberta Certified Diesel Engine Control Systems.
As the technology and models change, Tom continues to stay on top of the industry to be sure that you are receiving superior service for your Dodge Cummins diesel truck.
