VEGE VDF1 2.7L 167ci Compact Car Long Block Remanufactured Crate Engine

Description

Halt chronic passenger car valvetrain failures with the VEGE VDF1 Remanufactured Crate Engine in 2.7L 167ci compact car long block trim. This remanufactured DOHC 24-valve V6 produces 200 brake horsepower at 5,800 RPM and 190 lb-ft torque at 4,850 RPM. Built for Chrysler sedans and coupes, this unit restores quiet road operation without electrical system alterations.

Deep-skirt cast aluminum engine blocks undergo ultrasonic wall inspection and diamond cylinder honing to 3.386-inch finished bore dimensions. Cast iron cylinder liners provide wear resistance while a forged steel crankshaft spins on four-bolt main bearing caps lined with tri-metal bearings. Cast aluminum pistons join forged powdered metal connecting rods for reduced reciprocating mass. This package features a 3.110-inch stroke, 9.7:1 compression ratio, 5.0-quart structural oil pan, and weighs 330 lbs dry.

Key Features of VEGE VDF1

Automotive repair centers buy VEGE VDF1 crate engine packages to rebuild Chrysler Sebring, 300, and Dodge Stratus sedans with factory-grade remanufactured power. Each long block undergoes upgraded oil galley cleaning and timing chain tensioner verification to eliminate sludge accumulation risks.

• Dual overhead camshaft aluminum heads feature four valves per cylinder to optimize high-RPM breathing.
• Upgraded internal water pump gaskets stop internal coolant contamination inside the crankcase.
• Hydraulic timing chain tensioners maintain exact chain slack control to prevent tooth skipping.
• 3.386-inch bore cylinders feature low-tension ring sets to maximize fuel economy and control oil blowby.
• Deep-skirt aluminum block architecture reduces engine vibrations for quiet passenger cabin comfort.
• High-volume gerotor oil pumps maintain constant lubrication across all overhead camshaft journals.
• Multi-layer steel head gaskets maintain reliable combustion chamber sealing across thermal extremes.
• VEGE VDF1 replacement components match original Chrysler transverse and longitudinal mount perches.

Dynamic DOHC Output Specifications

The dual overhead camshaft profile features 202 degrees intake and 204 degrees exhaust duration at 0.050-inch valve lift with 110 degrees lobe separation. This multi-valve valvetrain configuration generates 18 in-Hg manifold vacuum at 700 RPM, maintaining responsive power brake booster assist and smooth curb idle. Generating 190 lb-ft peak torque at 4,850 RPM, this V6 runs clean on regular 87-octane pump gasoline. Calibrated internal lubrication ports sustain 35 to 55 PSI hot oil pressure through the internal gerotor oil pump.

Engine Bay Clearance Fitment

The Chrysler corporate bellhousing pattern attaches straight to 42LE transaxles and rear-wheel-drive 42RLE transmissions without adapter plates. Precision drilled cradle mounting bosses align flush with factory subframe isolators. The structural aluminum oil pan clears front suspension steering racks, transverse intermediate half-shafts, and front subframe crossmembers without interference or custom subframe alterations.

Break In Maintenance Schedules

Technicians must pressure prime internal oil galleys using an external reservoir before starting the engine cold. Fill the crankcase with SAE 5W-30 synthetic motor oil along with high-zinc break-in lubricant to protect dual overhead camshaft journals during initial operation. This engine is not designed for turbocharging, nitrous injection, or competitive track racing events.

• Drain initial break-in motor oil and install a fresh oil filter after the first 500 miles.
• Service engine crankcase oil and spin-on filters every 3,000 miles during commuter service.
• Inspect serpentine belt condition, water pump seals, and cooling system hoses every 12 months.

Warranty Terms Manifest Breakdown

VEGE protects this passenger car crate engine with a 36-Month or 100,000-Mile remanufactured limited warranty package. The sturdy transport crate contains the assembled long block, valve covers, front timing cover, oil pan, internal water pump, balance certificate sheet, and technical installation guides for fast customer turnaround.