VEGE DCRE 4.8L 294ci Heavy Duty Long Block Remanufactured Crate Engine

Description

Meet commercial transport fleet emission regulations with the VEGE DCRE Remanufactured Crate Engine heavy-duty long block package. Displacing 4.8L across 294ci in an iron block V8 format, this motor outputs 285 BHP at 5200 RPM and 295 lb-ft torque at 4000 RPM. Engineered for commercial truck service, it repowers utility haulers with unyielding pulling power.

A deep-skirt cast iron Gen III V8 block casting features six-bolt cross-bolted main bearing caps, with a 3.78-inch bore and 3.27-inch stroke. The rotating group incorporates a nodular iron crankshaft, powdered metal connecting rods, and commercial-grade hypereutectic aluminum pistons. Cylinder pressure achieves a 9.5:1 compression ratio for regular fuel operation. A 6.0-quart steel rear-sump oil pan maintains continuous oil pickup. Total dry engine weight registers 455 lbs for solid truck traction.

Key Features of VEGE DCRE

Commercial fleet managers buy VEGE DCRE crate engine packages to recondition medium-duty haulers and work trucks without dealership markup. Each remanufactured long block receives precision deck squaring, line-honed main bearing tunnels, and micro-polished crank journals to eliminate oil burning under continuous heavy commercial operation.

• 3.78-inch cylinder bores feature diamond plateau honing to seat piston rings fast.
• Cathedral port cylinder heads enhance intake airflow velocity into combustion chambers.
• 50.8mm intake valves and 39.4mm exhaust valves promote smooth combustion chamber scavenging.
• 61cc combustion chambers eliminate detonation knock when burning standard 87-octane pump gasoline.
• Reinforced multi-layer steel head gaskets seal combustion fire rings under heavy towing loads.
• Hydraulic roller lifters inside the VEGE DCRE block reduce valvetrain friction.
• Six-bolt cross-bolted main caps anchor the nodular iron crankshaft under sustained torque pulls.
• Stamped steel rear-sump oil pan clears four-wheel-drive front differentials and steering linkages.

Combustion Dynamics Dyno Output Specs

The power curve delivers robust pulling power between 1,200 and 5,800 RPM. Peak dynamometer output reaches 285 brake horsepower at 5,200 RPM alongside 295 lb-ft torque at 4,000 RPM. Camshaft duration measures 190 degrees on intake and 191 degrees on exhaust at 0.050-inch lift, alongside 0.466-inch valve lift. The motor runs on standard 87-octane regular pump unleaded gasoline. Intake manifold vacuum pulls 20 in-Hg at a smooth 600 RPM idle. Operating oil pressure regulates between 40 and 65 PSI at 2,500 working RPM.

Drivetrain Interface Engine Bay Clearance

The rear bellhousing pattern aligns flush to longitudinal four-speed and six-speed automatic truck transmissions. An internal neutral balance crank flange connects straight to production torque converter flexplates. Factory cast aluminum engine mount brackets line up with chassis rubber isolators, preserving three inches of clearance beneath the vehicle hood structure.

Break-In Protocol Maintenance Parameters

Pre-lube all engine oil passages with a pressurized tank before initial startup to protect journal bearings. Fill the crankcase with SAE 5W-30 mineral break-in oil and bleed trapped air bubbles from heating circuit hoses. This heavy-duty Gen-III V8 motor is not engineered for turbocharging exceeding 7 PSI boost, competitive mud racing, or unmetered nitrous oxide injection.

• Run motor at 2,000 RPM for 20 minutes to bed in camshaft lobes.
• Drain initial break-in oil and install a fresh oil filter after the first 500 miles.
• Replace crankcase motor oil and inspect drive belts every 3,000 miles during regular service.

Verified Warranty Physical Crate Manifest

A 36-Month / 100,000-Mile nationwide limited warranty provides long-term mechanical protection against defects. The heavy transport crate contains the remanufactured long block, stamped steel oil pan, aluminum timing cover, harmonic damper, cast aluminum valve covers, oil pressure verification report, and an installation instruction handbook.