Hi folks. I'm sure there are a million variables, but I'm looking for an average price to pay a shop (not a DIY) to rebuild 5.7L V8 and tranny in a Roadtrek 190 Popular, Chevy 3,500 chassis, say year built from about 1998 to 2005.
I don't know if one would buy a rebuilt motor and transmission and swap them out, or have the existing ones rebuilt. The engine and transmission in the used 190 that I'd buy would run ok, (not blow up or missing) but I just would not trust it for my intended use.
The use would be as a second RV to be shipped to and left in Europe for 3-5 years. It would be climbing many mountains, etc. I am aware of the modifications required to make is suitable for European electrical and mechanical standards. Also, I have considered buying something over there, but have elected not to do go this route.
I like the 190 due to it's larger payload, as I'd want to add solar, a generator and upsize the LP storage.
Thanks
2011 F350 6.7L, 4WD, DRW, 8' bed, Reese Elite 25K
2011 Carri-Lite 36XTRM5, MOR/ryde IS, 8K disc brakes, 17.5" wheels/G114s
Solar: 960 watts, 3,000 hybrid inverter, 830 AH bank, 2 controllers
IT: weboost 4G-X, WiFi Ranger Elite Pack