Cost to rebuild a VP44

bmac · 11-03-2009, 05:40 PM

What does everyone think? Seems that the rebuild kits (seals at least) are around $50. The chip set and steel insert? How much could this be? And then, the technician's time and cost of the calibration stand use.

What does everyone think it truly costs to rebuild a VP44 to Bosch standards with a 1-year warranty?

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DavidRasch17 · 11-03-2009, 06:33 PM

honestly just buy a new one.....u will proably end up just spending more money with the rebuilt kits and labor...then it will break and you will want a new one..

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razocow · 11-03-2009, 06:37 PM

Ditto to above

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cmns2500 · 11-03-2009, 06:41 PM

yup....it would be cheaper to just buy a remanufactured one....

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w/ a Scan Gauge II monitorin stuff...

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Omahastylin16 · 11-03-2009, 07:01 PM

guys have been trying to get away with this for years...unfortunately theres a reason why we all buy a new one instead

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**patracy** · 11-03-2009, 10:41 PM

Where are you going to find someone with the calibration bench that would only piecemeal a VP44 back together?

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, BHAF, FBD 150 sticks, 3rd Gen HE351 retrofit, Hamilton 110lb valve springs, A1 head studs, 5" FBD exhaust, Isspro Boost and Drive pressure gauges, fuel pressure gauge, FP light, Mallory Comp 250 pump, 1/2" big line kit, Draw straw, TC lockup switch, Stealth VP plate, BD TC, BD VB, Billet input, Derale pan. 462hp and 920ft-lbs 11/14/09, I know I can get 500hp...

Dracozny · 11-03-2009, 10:45 PM

if you find a way to reliably repair one more power to you. we all would love to know.

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landworks0216 · 11-03-2009, 11:27 PM

technically people like you and i cant pull them apart and rebuilt them because when you pull it apart it has to be recalibrated, and if you happen to have a $200K calibration bench in your garage please fill me in

otherwise the solution is to buy a new one, there $1200 +/-, avoid the black colored ones, there cheaply made, and make sure you get an aftermarket lift pump too (FASS, raptor, Air Dog, Etc) they usually run $4-600 or so, as for the warranty most places the pump comes with a 1 year, theres a place here in fresno that is a certified Bosch facility that gives a 3 year warrany with the purchase of the pump

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, Silencer Ring MIA, Engine bone stock .... For now

To Come: Traction bars, New VP44, 150 HP injectors, BD super B special turbo, and some electronics

**jkidd** · 11-04-2009, 01:39 PM

4 out of 5 times the VP44 failure is electronic. the dealer cost on the electronics box is about $350, + you have to calibrate it on a $100,000 test bench (add another $200) + install and seals and its only part rebuilt and you are at about $700 + your labor.

Better to just get a new remanufacured pump. Check out my signature.

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Codgedodger · 11-04-2009, 02:19 PM

It wouldn't be so bad if they did have the stupid calibration test bench thats 120k. I know people that could get the parts... cheap. But the problem is that you have to get it calibrated.

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nbaca · 11-04-2009, 02:29 PM

i have a ton of research on rebuilding and you either come out the same as a reman or a little higher but then you also have the down time of pulling rebuilding and then shipping back. so why wouldnt you just purchase a reman and then you down time is cut in half and at the same price.

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dozer12216 · 11-04-2009, 09:14 PM

The problem in part is diesel Injection pumps are to Bosch as diamonds are to DeBeers.
They have the parts captive and no one has ability to secure all components, and bench tools and knowledge. Bosh has very strenous requirment to be approved rebuilders. As others say, just buy what you need with a warranty and be happy.

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11-03-2009, 05:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
bmac Cummins Nut Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Paoli, PA (outside Philly) Posts: 343 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts bmac's Truck Pics	Cost to rebuild a VP44 What does everyone think? Seems that the rebuild kits (seals at least) are around $50. The chip set and steel insert? How much could this be? And then, the technician's time and cost of the calibration stand use. What does everyone think it truly costs to rebuild a VP44 to Bosch standards with a 1-year warranty? __________________ 1999 dually 4x4, Edge Level 5, DD 3 injectors, Full ATS Trans and Co-Pilot, FASS150, Custom TDR Cam, ATS 3-piece Header, Custom Down Pipe, Banks High Flow Intake, Propane, 4:10 Gearing, AmSoil front to back, 5-inch exhaust, 1500 watts (I can't hear the engine)

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landworks0216 Cummins Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fresno, Ca Posts: 188 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts landworks0216's Truck Pics	technically people like you and i cant pull them apart and rebuilt them because when you pull it apart it has to be recalibrated, and if you happen to have a $200K calibration bench in your garage please fill me in otherwise the solution is to buy a new one, there $1200 +/-, avoid the black colored ones, there cheaply made, and make sure you get an aftermarket lift pump too (FASS, raptor, Air Dog, Etc) they usually run $4-600 or so, as for the warranty most places the pump comes with a 1 year, theres a place here in fresno that is a certified Bosch facility that gives a 3 year warrany with the purchase of the pump __________________ 2002 Dodge Ram 2500 HO, 6 Speed, 4x4 with a 4 inch lift on 37/12.50R16.5 Military issue Humvee Tires, Silencer Ring MIA, Engine bone stock .... For now To Come: Traction bars, New VP44, 150 HP injectors, BD super B special turbo, and some electronics

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nbaca Diesel Head Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 1,525 Thanks: 3 Thanked 37 Times in 30 Posts nbaca's Truck Pics	i have a ton of research on rebuilding and you either come out the same as a reman or a little higher but then you also have the down time of pulling rebuilding and then shipping back. so why wouldnt you just purchase a reman and then you down time is cut in half and at the same price. __________________ 2001/NV5600/TWINS/200hp STICKS/ARP STUDS/110lb SPRINGS/QUAD ADRENALINE/RAPTOR 150/ISSPRO GAUGES/DEVILS OWN METH INJECTION/5in EXHAUST/SBC3600 DD/SBC HYDROS/IN SEARCH OF 600HP AND BUILT WITH DIESEL AUTO POWER PRODUCTShttp://www.southwestcoalrollers.com/

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DavidRasch17 Cummins Enthusiast Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Imperial, Missouri Posts: 264 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts DavidRasch17's Truck Pics	honestly just buy a new one.....u will proably end up just spending more money with the rebuilt kits and labor...then it will break and you will want a new one.. __________________ 98.5 Blue 2500, 5speed, edge juice w/ attitude, BHAF,FASS150GPH,5 inch str8 pipe,halo projectors, tow mirrors, smoke switch, silencer ring MIA, 2rockford fosgate p2s in a custom fiberglass box, black interior, valair 12 1/4 500hp clutch.

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cmns2500 Diesel Head Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: THE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS Posts: 5,339 Thanks: 544 Thanked 139 Times in 127 Posts cmns2500's Truck Pics	yup....it would be cheaper to just buy a remanufactured one.... __________________ CJ's truck....got a problem w/ your VP powered truck?? click===>>this link 02 5 speed/stock ish... w/ a Scan Gauge II monitorin stuff... TCW3 Two Stroke lubin er up...

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jkidd Diesel Auto Power Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Riverside California Posts: 1,714 Thanks: 19 Thanked 36 Times in 31 Posts jkidd's Truck Pics	4 out of 5 times the VP44 failure is electronic. the dealer cost on the electronics box is about $350, + you have to calibrate it on a $100,000 test bench (add another $200) + install and seals and its only part rebuilt and you are at about $700 + your labor. Better to just get a new remanufacured pump. Check out my signature. __________________ www.DieselAutoPower.com Call Jacob at 951-377-4844 for best pricing SUPER DEALS on Injection pumps, Turbos, Injectors & Programmers SUMMER SPECIAL--8% off after REBATE(up to $200 off per transaction.) When you buy from me on Ebay and pay with paypal you will receive an 8% rebate from Ebay in 60 days. Call me for rebate coupon code or questions. Example: Buy VP44 for $1000- 8% Rebate of $80= $920 after rebate

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Codgedodger Cummins Fan Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Vernon, IN Posts: 78 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Codgedodger's Truck Pics	It wouldn't be so bad if they did have the stupid calibration test bench thats 120k. I know people that could get the parts... cheap. But the problem is that you have to get it calibrated. __________________ 02 4x4 Auto, Stage 1 Jammers, BHAF, New VP44 pump, Fuel pressure gauge, Superchips Flashpaq & Straight Pipe

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dozer12216 Diesel Head Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 1,636 Thanks: 2 Thanked 98 Times in 88 Posts dozer12216's Truck Pics	The problem in part is diesel Injection pumps are to Bosch as diamonds are to DeBeers. They have the parts captive and no one has ability to secure all components, and bench tools and knowledge. Bosh has very strenous requirment to be approved rebuilders. As others say, just buy what you need with a warranty and be happy. __________________ 2000 Big Blue Beast 3500 SLT 2WD heavy hauling auto, stage 1 injectors, 232K miles and still growing. Toys from .049 airplane to 1248 CI D8H dozer. Wanna play!