jong said:
Nothing you did to the engine should cause that much blowby and that low of compression.. That is completely thier fault!
^ based off of what i already know
I would bitch and moan in thier managers face until you get a COMPLETE rebuild for no charge! that is absolutely rediculous! What kind of place are they running if the engine breaks down after 20k! What is the coverage on the engine? What are the terms/conditions? you might be screwed if it says anything about engine modification, cause that may void the warranty.
Well they aren't going to know about any modifications because they are in Cali so I can remove anything before they want pics or if they want me to send the engine back it will just be the long block without any accessories. So far I haven't heard anything from them. I am gladd I did a compression check before the warranty period was up.
This is the warranty 3 years 100,000 miles:
ATK Remanufactured Engine Limited Warranty
ATK warrants to the original purchaser that each engine sold by ATK shall be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and with periodical maintenance as set forth by the original manufacturer subject to the following terms and conditions.
DEFINITIONS:
Engine: As used in this warranty refers to the remanufactured assembly (basic block, cylinder head and internal components) as supplied by ATK. Cylinder Head: As used in the warranty refers to the remanufactured cylinder head including those parts and accessories as supplied by ATK.
TERM:
STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-Years/Unlimited Miles on most engines
Please refer to the label affixed to the last page of this Owner's Manual for the standard warranty term of this engine. The information on the label applies only to the term of the warranty; all other terms and limitations of the warranty are as follows. Warranty term begins on date of installation. The standard warranty applies to all ATK products with the following exceptions:
EUROPEAN and DIESEL ENGINES carry a warranty term of 12 months or 12,000 miles whichever occurs first.
CYLINDER HEADS supplied separately carry a warranty term of 3-months or 4,000 miles whichever occurs first.
VEHICLES Over 11,000 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) carry a warranty term of 12 months or 12,000 miles whichever occurs first.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES such as police cars, taxi cabs and other vehicles used for commercial purposes carry a 3-Year/75,000 mile warranty.
MOTORHOMES: Class A or Motorhomes over 11,000 GVW are NOT COVERED by the ATK warranty. ATK expressly does not offer engines for these applications. Please be aware that only engines designed expressly for large motorhomes should ever be used in such an application. ATK does not catalog nor prepare engines for these applications and therefore takes no responsibility when an ATK engine is used in this manner.
MARINE: Engines cataloged and sold as Marine Engines are specially prepared for this use and carry a warranty term of 12 months with a maximum labor liability of $350.00. Engines used in marine applications that are not cataloged carry a warranty term of 30 days with no provision for labor claims. ATK does not recommend engines be used as marine engines unless cataloged as such.
FARM, LIFT TRUCK and INDUSTRIAL applications carry a warranty term of 12 months with a maximum labor liability of $350.00.
PRODUCT REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY: Product replaced under warranty carries the remainder of the original product's warranty term.
STANDARDS: Subject to limitations listed herein. ATK, at its option, shall repair or replace a product within the warranty term after determination by ATK that the product is defective. All products are to be returned to ATK for inspection. Products not returned to ATK will not be warranted. All repairs and/or replacements covered by this warranty must be authorized by ATK. Unauthorized repairs will not be paid.
LIMITATIONS: This warranty applies to products originally supplied by ATK. This warranty does not apply to or include any of the following:
* Damage as a result of OVERHEATING, LACK OF LUBRICATION or CONTAMINATION.
* Damage resulting from PRE IGNITION or DETONATION. This includes but is limited to melted or broken pistons, broken piston rings, damaged cylinder heads, leaking head gaskets, etc. For more information regarding pre ignition and detonation please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-421-3746.
* Repair or replacement required as a result of any accident or misuse.
* Repair or replacement of any accessory or service item, including specifically but not limited to: all components of the cooling, fuel, electrical and ignition systems in addition to all belts, hoses, and filters.
* Any product used for competition, racing or related purposes.
* Any product to which a device or accessory not conforming to original manufacturer's specifications has been installed.
* Damage as a result of electrolysis, including but not limited to, deterioration of engine components as a result of excessive electrical current or improperly maintained coolant, and/or any product on which periodic maintenance services required by the original manufacturer have not been performed.
ON APPROVED CLAIMS:
LIMITED LIABILITY:
ATK's liability under this warranty is limited solely to the repair or replacement of defective product. ATK shall not be liable for any incidental, special, consequential or exemplary damages, including but not limited to rental cars, towing fees or for any service not expressly provided for herein, relating to or arising from the ATK product. LIMITED WARRANTY: This warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose, on the part of ATK or the dealer installing the engine. No dealer nor any agent or employee thereof, is authorized to extend or modify this warranty.
LABOR PAYMENTS:
ATK authorized repairs will be compensated at a rate not to exceed the Mitchell Repair Manual's published applicable flat rate schedule. Hourly rates for all authorized labor claims will be paid in accordance with the original installation rate, not to exceed $50.00 per flat rate hour. Do it yourself repairs, and repairs performed by unlicensed repair facilities do not qualify for labor reimbursement. Some do it yourself installers do qualify for labor reimbursement at $15 per flat rate hour. Please call for details.
PARTS PAYMENTS:
ATK authorized repairs will have parts reimbursed at the original purchase price. Proof of purchase may be required. Fluid and filter costs will be reimbursed for the first 2,000 miles of service.
Additional Owner/User Obligations:
Initial startup: Valves must be readjusted to manufacturer's specifications. Due to various component designs, cylinder head retorque may or may not be required in your particular application. Refer to your factory shop manual for the proper procedure for your engine type. If for any reason you are unsure what action to take please contact our customer service department via our toll free telephone number. First service between 600-1,000 miles after installation: Oil and oil filter must be changed, valves readjusted and cylinder heads retorqued (refer to initial startup instructions).
GOLD SEAL SERVICE AGREEMENT:
An optional Gold Seal Service Agreement is available for purchase that will cover Labor Payments up to a maximum of $85 per flat rate hour, as well as Rental Car Coverage up to $150, Towing expenses up to $100 and extra fluid reimbursement. Limitations do apply so please call for details.
VIP, Valued Installer Protection Plan:
A VIP, Valued Installer Protection Program applies in many cases. Please read the Plan for details.
Some engines sold by ATK/Bay Area Inc. are not built or warranted by ATK North America and a different warranty may apply.
Please make sure that you have the warranty that pertains to the particular engine that you are purchasing.
Effective 5/1/2004
Modified 4/1/2005
