VEGE DF17 5.9L 360ci Heavy Duty Long Block Remanufactured Crate Engine

Description

Featuring a 360-cubic-inch displacement block, the VEGE DF17 Remanufactured Crate Engine heavy duty 5.9L long block repowers full-size commercial vehicle platforms. Produces 215 horsepower at 4,400 RPM and 327 lb-ft torque at 2,600 RPM through overhead valve architecture. Precision computerized hone profiling and deck resurfacing eliminate bore taper, restoring factory compression and stopping oil burning on regular commercial pump gasoline.

Cast iron deep-skirt block casting provides tremendous structural rigidity under continuous commercial truck cargo loads. The internal reciprocating group pairs an induction-hardened nodular iron crankshaft with forged steel connecting rods and hypereutectic aluminum pistons. Cylinder dimensions detail a 4.05-inch bore, a 3.50-inch stroke, and an 8.4:1 compression ratio. A 6-quart steel oil pan holds dry engine weight at 625 lbs.

Key Features of VEGE DF17

Fleet managers and commercial operators buy VEGE DF17 crate engine units to repower severe-duty work trucks and chassis cabs. This heavy-duty remanufactured long block package drops straight into factory engine compartments while recovering original hauling torque and emissions compliance.

• 4.05-inch diamond-honed cylinder walls seat molybdenum rings to maintain tight crankcase seals.
• Camshaft pushrod grinds optimize low-RPM torque production for heavy commercial cargo transport.
• 2.02-inch intake valves maximize combustion air velocity across working throttle points.
• 8.4:1 compression ratio pistons prevent pre-ignition knock on regular 87-octane commercial pump fuel.
• 6-quart steel truck oil pans maintain constant oil pickup immersion during steep roadway ascents.
• Dual-strand timing chain sets maintain exact camshaft synchronization without chain slack across high mileage.
• Remanufactured cast iron cylinder heads feature induction hardened valve seats to prevent valve recession.
• The DF17 replacement engine package features micro-finished crank journals to prolong main bearing life.

Combustion Profile Dynamic Power Output

Engineered for immense low-speed tractive pull, this 5.9-liter heavy-duty V8 operates with high efficiency between 1,200 and 4,600 RPM. Peak output reaches 215 brake horsepower at 4,400 RPM alongside 327 lb-ft torque at 2,600 RPM on standard 87-octane pump gasoline. Hydraulic valve lifters and conservative camshaft grinds produce 19 in-Hg intake manifold vacuum at 650 RPM hot idle. High-volume oil pumps maintain 45 to 65 PSI oil pressure to safeguard crankshaft bearings under continuous highway hauling loads across high ambient heat.

Chassis Integration Bellhousing Structural Fitment

The classic rear bellhousing pattern bolts straight to corporate truck manual and automatic transmissions without adapter plates. An internal neutral balance layout matches original flywheels and flexplates. Heavy-duty side motor mount bosses align straight with factory truck frame perches, clearing front suspension crossmembers, steering gear boxes, and exhaust manifolds without modification.

Operational Limits Break In Guidelines

Pre-lube the main oil gallery with 10W-30 mineral break-in oil prior to initial engine cranking. Run the engine between 2,000 and 2,500 RPM for twenty minutes to seat the camshaft lobes. This heavy-duty remanufactured long block is not engineered for turbocharger boost over 5 PSI, nitrous oxide systems, or competitive tractor pulling.

• Drain initial break-in oil and install fresh 10W-30 motor oil at 500 miles.
• Inspect exhaust manifold bolts and verify cooling hose tension every 3,000 miles.
• Change engine oil filter and inspect crankcase ventilation valves every 12 months.

Factory Warranty Crate Shipping Manifest

VEGE covers this heavy-duty unit with a 36-Month or 100,000-Mile remanufactured warranty for commercial and consumer road applications. Physical crate shipments include the complete long block with oil pan, timing cover, complete valvetrain, oil pump, and an individual factory quality inspection sheet.