Hmmwv 6.5l purchased, turns out to be a 6.2l

[4x4nutz]

Just got an email from a buddy in Houston who got his 6.5l HMMWV home to find out it was a 6.2l. Some people don't know how to tell the difference. When I checked the description...it says 6.5l. But upon inspection it was definitely a 6.2 with the bolt showing on the left side of the oil pump. I am wondering what Govplanet will do to compensate. Kinda a big difference.....I for one would not buy a 6.2, especially since you can get a 6.5 for $1000 to $2000.00 more. It was listed on his auction at a 6.5. What do you gentlemen think?

 

[TacMac2012]

Same horsepower either way. Most 6.2's I have had run stronger than the 6.5's. The 6.2's are not as prone to crack around the #8 cylinder either. You might can get a little bit from GP but if it runs good, a 6.2 is not a bad thing.

 

[infidel got me]

I agree with NewEra-- I own both and don't feel any difference.

 

[4x4nutz]

I guess the reason I have had such great luck with 6.5's is that they are usually newer motors. I have a 1989 M1038 that had the 6.5 put in on 2003, and have owned 3 other M998's with 6.5's that I have sold. Then of course all the blogs and diesel truck sites overwelmingly choose the 6.5 over the 6.2. I appreciate the input. Will probably tell him to suck it up and deal with it.........but then it still kinda bothers me that he didn't exactly receive what he paid for.

 

[TacMac2012]

A 6.5 in a civilian truck likely does have more power than a civilian 6.2. The 6.5 in a HMMWV is 'detuned' to basically match the output of the 6.2

 

[Tornadogt]

I had bought an incorrectly described 6.2 HMMWV as a 6.5. I felt that they did it intentionally because this truck did not have any photos of the back of the engine. All I had to go off of was the description. They always seem to have a picture of the back of the block but this one did not.. I got nothing from GP but the excuse that I should of brought it to their attention before I picked it up. Yeah right as we were loading up 2 other trucks and during the 4 hour, 1 day a week pickup window. Don't expect anything, I would call them and fight for it, maybe you will get something. GP normally starts the bids on similar trucks about $500-$1000 higher for the 6.5 over the 6.2. I tried to get anything refunded between those numbers but no luck for me.

 

[jcappeljr]

I agree.I also own both...I cant see any difference..

 

[patracy]

*knock on wood* my 6.2 powered M1038 has been a great runner. I believe it's only a little behind my 1008 with a turbo.

 

[4x4nutz]

*knock on wood* my 6.2 powered M1038 has been a great runner. I believe it's only a little behind my 1008 with a turbo.

Good to know! thanx

 

[maa45069]

I would call them and come to an understanding... maybe even give a refund on auction fees or something. but its not a loss... you still end up with a nice capable MV

 

[Awol]

It wouldn't bother me that it's a 6.2, but I'd be pissed that they claimed it was a 6.5 and it turns out they lied.

 

[Lionel]

I sure miss JWade.

 

[jeffy777]

I was at Gov Planet the other day. They are laying off a lot of people. Things change

 

[dilvoy]

I agree with NewEra-- I own both and don't feel any difference.

If you decide to swap in a 4L80E, with a 6.5, you won't have to tear off the front of the engine to install timing cover and timing chain/sprockets so you have the standard place to attach your engine RPM sonsor too.

 

[Jon0249]

At this point, as far as interaction with GP goes, performance has NOTHING to do with it. It was advertised as a 6.5, but wasn't. Opinions on performance, while valid on this thread, are irrelevant to resolution of the GP error. Choices are (1) return for a refund, but expect to not get every penny you paid, (2) negotiate a settlement with GP, using your expertise to show the stark differences between the 2 motors, or (3) suck it up and go home.

Personally, I would pursue 2 with a well-written letter. You don't get what you don't ask for, so ask. Just don't let the conversation drift toward opinions, but rather stay on point with facts. Good luck!

 

[Lionel]

Contact Phil Hasty. He handled my dispute and was a total pro throughout.

 

[ryanruck]

Contact Phil Hasty. He handled my dispute and was a total pro throughout.

Seconded. He was great to deal with when my "no leaks" truck was picked up with a heater core leak.

 

[garlar4]

watching as im worried i was mislead on the one im waiting on right now. I won one a few weeks back and waiting on my EUc to come back.

 

[Lionel]

Hey, mine came with the proper 6.5, advertsed as a GEP Optimizer, but came with a block of unknown origin. (no numbers whatsoever). They made it right with a cash and credit resolution.

 

[4x4nutz]

Ha ha.....someone lucky brother just bought this one in Texas,,,,says it's a 6.5...but the photo of the block says different.....GP... http://www.govplanet.com/jsp/s/item/898851?h=null&do=1