Motor Grader: Repair or Rebuild?
Usually, like other machines there comes a time when a used motor grader starts to wear and tear resulting in several ongoing mechanical and functional problems and disturbances. Considering the grader’s current depleted condition, this is a high time to conclude whether its repairing would be better or to rebuild it. For this, we examine every factor like age, cost, labor, time & others.
Here are the merits and demerits of both the solutions and also the standards of heavy equipment we need to consider:
TO REPAIR THE GRADER:
Motor grader repair is a fast process. A mechanic studies the entire machine to identify the problem. Hence, when the defected area is figured out, it either gets fixed or replaced with a new part.
Merits of Repair
Repairing motor grader parts and components is generally more economical than reconstructing. Your motor grader will be soon in action with a quick fix.
Demerits of Repair
One of the drawbacks of motor grader repairing is that after some time the same dysfunctionality may happen again even though the grader might be on a warranty.
Grader’s overall lifespan or resale value might not increase.
TO REBUILD THE GRADER:
Skilled technicians use systematic processes involving software and engineering in a controlled environment to restore grader in a new condition.
Merits of Rebuilding
A rebuilt motor grader performs like a newly purchased machine. Rebuilding restores another lifespan to grader. It doesn’t only perform like a new grader but also looks like one.
Demerits of Rebuilding
From time and cost perspective, rebuilding requires more time as compared to repairing and it is expensive as well, but it’s a one-time expense on the grader.
Conclusion:
Whether you want to rebuild or to repair, you need to consider the grader’s age, overall grader’s condition, its performance, and number of repairs.
Usually it just takes more of a financial soundness to rebuild the grader. If its old enough and showing general signs of wear and tear, have it checked out and do the needful. Your grader will give you optimal performance, if you keep it well maintained.
