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County approves engine rebuild for 2006 Peterbilt semi
Summary
Franklin County authorized rebuilding the engine on a 2006 Peterbilt semi used for county hauling. Staff said the truck has about 475,000 miles and the selected rebuild includes a four-year warranty on replaced motor components.
County staff told the commission they plan to rebuild the engine on a 2006 Peterbilt semi used at the county yard to haul equipment. The vehicle was described as having approximately 475,000 miles and showing engine blow-by and smoke; staff recommended proceeding with an in-frame rebuild after obtaining three bids.
The presenter described the warranty that accompanies the chosen bid: "The warranty that they [are] asking to have included will cover anything that is replaced when they rebuild the engine... anything they touch on the motor will have a fouryear warranty," the presenter said. Commissioners approved the purchase in a recorded vote.
Staff said the truck is used to move equipment on site and tow the low boy trailer. The motion carried with unanimous support from the commissioners present.
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