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At Powertrain Products Inc. (PPI), we simplify the process of purchasing and installing new engines or transmissions. Our approach ensures that every customer enjoys fast, reliable service from start to finish. Here’s everything you need to know about buying a new engine from PPI, getting it delivered to you, and how our core return process works. What’s Included With Your New Engine From PPI Getting a new engine or transmission from PPI is straightforward and hassle-free. We stock a large inventory, which means most products are ready to ship immediately. With our quick shipping times, your vehicle won’t be out…
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Re-manufacturers issue a core charge to offset their costs. It is hoped that the customer will return their old engine (also known as the “core”) after the newly purchased one is installed. Once the old engine is returned, then the core charge is reimbursed. Essentially, a core charge is a deposit that will be refunded. When you purchase an engine from Powertrain Products, you will see that there is a core charge on your invoice. Once you (or your mechanic) switch out the engine, simply email or call us here to have the arrangements made to pick up the core. You can…
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Return Guidelines When you’re ready to return your core, visit our Core Returns page within 2 weeks to schedule your core return. Yes, we always waived our core deposits for 15 days, but why procrastinate?! You don’t want to pay the core charge, right?! Please read and have the following ready to prevent delays with your pick up: Address that this is being picked up from, including contact name & phone number. Hours of business for driver to arrive for pick up. Whether a lift gate is needed for pick up by the carrier. Be sure to have access to a printer.…
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Today, let’s talk about core charges. You should know how they work and why companies like Powertrain Products issue that charge. Basically, a core charge is an industry-standard that ensures a retailer gets its old product back. Because Powertrain Products sells re-manufactured engines, we are a recycler. That means we need the old product back to re-machine and sell it to someone else. More about core charges in this article. Core Shipping When you purchase an engine, you’ll see a shipping charge placed on your invoice for roundtrip shipping. This gets you your new engine as well as covers shipping…
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