VEGE VCTC4WD 4.8L 294ci 4WD Utility Long Block Remanufactured Crate Engine

Description

Power four-wheel-drive fleet service trucks with the VEGE VCTC4WD Remanufactured Crate Engine in 4.8L 294ci four-wheel-drive utility long block trim. This remanufactured Gen III Vortec V8 outputs 285 brake horsepower at 5,200 RPM and 295 lb-ft torque at 4,000 RPM. Tailored for municipal and utility fleets, this unit restores all-weather work truck capability without electronic harness modifications.

Deep-skirt cast iron engine blocks undergo ultrasonic wall thickness verification and torque plate cylinder honing to 3.780-inch finished bore dimensions. Cross-bolted six-bolt iron main caps secure a remanufactured nodular cast iron crankshaft with a 3.267-inch short stroke. Forged powdered metal connecting rods mount to hypereutectic aluminum flat-top pistons. This engine features a 9.5:1 compression ratio, 6.0-quart structural oil pan, and weighs 465 lbs dry.

Key Features of VEGE VCTC4WD

Utility fleets buy VEGE VCTC4WD crate engine packages to rebuild four-wheel-drive service trucks and utility vans with proven GM architecture. Each long block features a dedicated four-wheel-drive oil pan that clears front drive axle housings and differential crossmembers.

• Cathedral-port aluminum cylinder heads dissipate heat fast to resist combustion knock under heavy payload stress.
• Cross-bolted six-bolt main bearing caps prevent lower crankcase flex during prolonged highway transit.
• 0.466-inch intake lift hydraulic roller camshafts promote extended valvetrain lifespan and low frictional drag.
• 3.780-inch bore cylinders feature low-friction piston rings to boost fuel efficiency and control oil consumption.
• Deep-skirt iron block architecture reduces engine vibrations for quiet vehicle cab operation.
• High-volume gerotor oil pumps provide uninterrupted lubrication to all rod and main bearing journals.
• Multi-layer steel head gaskets provide positive cylinder sealing under demanding commercial driving conditions.
• VEGE VCTC4WD utility packages include four-wheel-drive oil pans to clear front axle differentials.

Dynamic LS Output Specifications

The hydraulic roller camshaft features 190 degrees intake and 191 degrees exhaust duration at 0.050-inch valve lift with 114 degrees lobe separation. This mild truck profile delivers 19 in-Hg intake manifold vacuum at 600 RPM idle speed, maintaining responsive power brake booster assist. Generating 295 lb-ft peak torque at 4,000 RPM, this V8 operates on budget 87-octane pump gasoline. Calibrated internal lubrication ports sustain 40 to 60 PSI hot oil pressure through the front crankshaft-driven oil pump.

Chassis Clearance Bellhousing Mating Dimensions

The Gen III V8 bellhousing pattern connects straight to 4L60E, 4L80E, and manual transmissions without adapter plates. Symmetrical engine mount pads align flush with factory truck chassis isolators, clearing steering linkages and exhaust pipes. The cast aluminum rear sump pan clears four-wheel-drive front axle housings and frame crossmembers without interference.

Break In Maintenance Schedules

Technicians must pressure pre-lube the engine through the main oil gallery plug before turning the starter motor. Fill the crankcase with SAE 5W-30 synthetic motor oil and high-zinc break-in lubricant to protect internal bearings during initial operation. This engine is not designed for supercharging, turbocharger boost above 6 PSI, or competition racing.

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

Warranty Terms Manifest Breakdown

VEGE protects this utility truck remanufactured crate engine with a 36-Month or 100,000-Mile commercial powertrain limited warranty. The heavy wooden transport crate contains the assembled long block, cast aluminum oil pan, front timing cover, valley cover, balance certificate sheet, and technical installation guides for fast customer turnaround.