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How do you fix a hole in an engine block?

My vehicle’s been acting strange lately, so I lifted my hood, did some looking around, and found something unfortunate. There’s a hole in my engine block with some slight cracking. How do I fix this?

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Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sorry to hear this! Depending on the size of the hole and the extent of any other damage, fixing the hole and cracking in your
engine
block may be possible through welding, inserting repair plugs, or other methods.
Unfortunately, this is a repair that ends up being pretty costly, and depending on the size of the hole and the extent of any other damage, it wouldn’t be unusual for repairs to cost somewhere between $1,500 and $4,000.
Keep in mind that replacing your
engine
block may end up costing less than repairing the hole in your current engine block.
A trusted mechanic can help you fix this problem and give you an estimate on how much it may cost for you.
While you’re thinking about car repairs, it may also be worth revisiting your car insurance policy to make sure you’re adequately covered for the road ahead. If you decide you’re ready for a better policy,
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