How Much Does Crankshaft Replacement Cost?
Costs vary depending on whether you supply your own parts and how extensive the repair needs to be.
| Repair / Service | Cost (NJ) |
|---|---|
| Crankshaft inspection & diagnostic (no removal) | $120 – $250 |
| Crankshaft replacement (labor only, parts supplied by you) | $800 – $1,500 |
| Crankshaft replacement with parts (OEM or aftermarket) | $1,500 – $3,500 |
| Complete engine bottom-end rebuild (includes crankshaft) | $2,500 – $5,500 |
Not sure how far the damage goes? Start with our crankshaft inspection and diagnostic before committing to a full replacement.
Crankshaft inspection & diagnostic (no removal). If you're hearing knocking, seeing low oil pressure, or just aren't sure what's wrong, our no-removal crankshaft inspection and diagnostic is the place to start.
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Keep Your Engine Strong, Steady & Road-Ready
The crankshaft is the heart of your engine's rotation system—it converts linear piston motion into the rotational force that powers your vehicle. When it wears out, becomes warped, or suffers damage from oil starvation or bearing failure, performance plummets and catastrophic engine damage isn't far behind.
At Three Brothers Auto Repair Service in NJ, we specialize in professional crankshaft diagnostics and replacement to restore engine health and long-term reliability.
Warning Signs of a Failing Crankshaft
Deep knocking or rumbling sounds coming from the engine.
Low oil pressure or metal shavings showing up in the oil.
Engine misfires or the engine fails to start altogether.
Excessive vibration or shaking noticeable at idle.
Visible scoring or damage on crankshaft journals, seen upon teardown.
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What Our Crankshaft Replacement Service Includes
We perform a complete teardown to inspect the crankshaft, bearings, oil passages, and related internals.
We install a new or remanufactured crankshaft matched to OEM specs, and ensure proper balancing for smooth operation.
Rod and main bearings are replaced with high-quality components. Rear main seals and gaskets are also updated to prevent future leaks.
The engine block is cleaned, oil passages are flushed, and components are reassembled to factory torque specifications.
We run the engine through a full test cycle—checking oil pressure, idle smoothness, and vibration—to confirm the repair meets our quality standards.
Why Three Brothers Auto Repair?
When your crankshaft fails, trust the specialists at Three Brothers Auto Repair Service—run by Mike, Tony, and Dave Henderson—to bring your engine back to life with expert care and precision craftsmanship. Serving drivers across New Jersey, we make even the biggest engine repairs dependable and stress-free.
- Same-day service on most jobs — most repairs done same or next day
- Transparent pricing — the same ranges you see on our pricing page, no hidden fees
- OEM-quality parts with manufacturer warranties
- Text and photo updates during the repair
- Honest calls — if a cheaper fix does the job, we’ll tell you
- Catastrophic failure risk: — a bad crankshaft rarely fails without warning, but continuing to drive on one that is failing can lead to total engine breakdown.
- Rising repair costs: — waiting on symptoms like knocking, low oil pressure, or misfires can turn a replacement into a full bottom-end rebuild.
- Compounding damage: — metal shavings in the oil and scored crankshaft journals point to internal damage that only gets worse with time.
- Early symptoms matter: — catching the warning signs early can save your engine from total breakdown.
If your engine is knocking, vibrating, or showing metal shavings in the oil, don't wait for it to get worse. Three Brothers Auto Repair Service handles everything from a simple crankshaft inspection and diagnostic to a complete engine bottom-end rebuild, all backed by our precision teardown-to-test process. Serving drivers across New Jersey, we're ready to get your engine running strong and reliable again.