Diesel Engine Rebuild & Repair
Smoke, knock, hard start, blow-by, overheating, Tier 4 derate — our certified engine techs diagnose and rebuild diesel engines on Bobcat, DEVELON, Kubota and most other major equipment brands. In-frame rebuilds, full out-of-frame overhauls, reman replacements, and complete Tier 4 emissions service.
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Why Trust Us With Your Engine?
Diesel engine rebuild is precision work — specs measured in thousandths, torque in precise sequence, and emissions systems that require factory tools. Our techs have the training and equipment to do it right.
Factory Certified Techs
Bobcat Platinum, plus DEVELON and Kubota factory training — including the diesel engine schools that cover every model we represent.
OEM Diagnostic Tools
Bobcat ServiceAnalyzer, DEVELON DDT, and Kubota Diagnostic Assistant let us read live engine data, fault codes, injector trim values, and DPF state — not just generic codes.
Tier 4 Emissions Trained
DPF cleaning, forced regen, DEF/SCR system diagnostics, and emissions derate resolution on the latest Bobcat R2-Series, DEVELON, and Kubota Tier 4 Final engines.
Genuine OEM Parts
OEM pistons, rings, bearings, gaskets, head bolts, and injectors. Engine rebuilds aren't the place for cheap aftermarket parts — we don't cut corners on internals.
Machine Shop Support
Cylinder head resurfacing, valve jobs, block bore and hone, crank inspection — through trusted machine shop partners or in-house depending on the work.
Warranty & Reman Options
Full rebuild, factory reman engine swap, or short-block install — we'll quote each option and help you pick the right balance of cost, downtime, and warranty coverage.
Engine Repair We Offer
From a head gasket to a complete out-of-frame overhaul, every level of diesel engine repair under one roof.
Diesel Engines We Work On
Factory-authorized for the engines in the brands we sell, plus deep experience on most other industrial and equipment diesel engines.
Bobcat / KubotaFactory Authorized
D902 · D1305 · D1505 · D1703 · V1505 · V2403 · V2607 · V3307 · V3800 — Tier 4 Final
DEVELON / DoosanFactory Authorized
D24 · D34 · DL06 · DL08 · DV11 · DV15 series, Tier 4 Final
Kubota IndustrialFactory Authorized
Common engine across many compact equipment brands — we have deep parts & service depth
Yanmar
3TNV · 4TNV series — common in mini excavators and compact equipment
Cummins
QSB · QSF · ISF / B-series — wheel loaders, industrial, generators
Caterpillar / Perkins
C-series, 400 / 800 / 1100 / 1200 series industrial diesel engines
John Deere PowerTech
2.4 / 3.0 / 4.5 / 6.8 / 9.0 / 13.5 L diesel platforms
Isuzu
4LE · 4JJ · 6HK industrial diesel engines
Other Diesel
Most other industrial diesel engines — ask us about your specific application
Engine Failure Symptoms
Diesel engines warn before they fail. If you're seeing any of these, get the machine in early — the cost difference between catching it and ignoring it is huge.
Excessive Smoke
Black (over-fueling), blue (oil burning), or white (coolant or fuel). Each color points to a different problem.
Knocking or Rattling
Top-end tick, bottom-end knock, or injector rattle. Worn bearings, valve issues, or fuel timing problems.
Loss of Power
Won't pull like it used to, slow throttle response, weak under load. Could be fueling, air, compression, or emissions related.
Hard Starting / No Start
Long cranking, won't start cold, no start at all. Glow plugs, batteries, fuel system, or compression.
Oil or Coolant Loss
External leaks, oil in coolant, coolant in oil, daily fluid loss. Could be head gasket, seals, or cracked block.
Overheating
Temp gauge climbing, coolant boiling, hot dash warnings. Cooling system, water pump, or thermostat — or internal head gasket failure.
DPF / Emissions Derate
Repeated forced regens, DPF differential pressure faults, DEF system codes, derate to limp mode.
Excessive Blow-By
Heavy crankcase pressure, oil being pushed out the breather, oily intake. Worn rings, cylinders, or valve guides.
Check Engine / Fault Codes
Active or stored DTCs, warning lights, derate messages. Diagnostics first — not parts guessing.
Fuel in Oil / Oil in Coolant
Rising oil level, fuel smell in oil, milky coolant. Injector leak, head gasket, oil cooler failure — serious, don't run it.
Our Engine Repair Process
Diagnose first, quote next, repair third — you always know what's happening and what it costs before parts get ordered.
Diagnose
OEM diagnostic software, compression and leakdown testing, visual inspection. We find the root cause before quoting.
Quote & Options
Written estimate covering each repair path — in-frame, out-of-frame, or reman swap — with trade-offs explained.
Repair
Genuine OEM parts, factory torque specs and sequences, machine shop work performed by trusted partners or in-house.
Break-In & Test
Initial break-in run, oil change at the recommended interval, full diagnostic verification before the machine goes back to work.
Find Engine Service Near You
Diesel engine repair and rebuild at our 7 Michigan service centers: Chesterfield, Coldwater, Grand Rapids, Howell, Kalamazoo, Livonia, and Saginaw. Hauling available if your machine can't get there under its own power.
Engine Rebuild
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about diesel engine rebuild cost, turnaround, in-frame vs out-of-frame, reman swap, and Tier 4 emissions. Don't see your question? Give us a call.
How much does a diesel engine rebuild cost?
What's the difference between in-frame and out-of-frame?
Should I rebuild or just swap in a reman engine?
How long does a rebuild take?
What brands of engines do you work on?
Can you fix my Tier 4 DPF / DEF problems?
Will my warranty be preserved?
Do you handle the machine shop work?
Can you swap in a different engine?
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Learn MoreSmoke, Knock, Derate, or Won't Start?
Don't keep running a damaged diesel — small problems become major rebuilds fast. Send us the symptoms and we'll diagnose, quote, and get your machine back to work.
Submit Your Engine Repair Request
Tell us the make, model, hours, and what symptoms you're seeing (smoke color, sounds, codes, fluid loss). The more detail the better.
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