Hi there

[Dsif05]

Hello everyone, just recently bought a 95 Chevy Tahoe LT on Sunday
And today my piston rod broke off from the head and tore a hole in the oil pan
I desperately need to fix it as I need a way to get to work
after fixing it though I think I’ll stay in here as it could be a useful resource

 

[Bigburb3500]

That is a major bummer! Sorry to hear about the issue. I do think you are in the right place for adding content and gaining valuable knowledge!

Welcome to the club

 

[randeez]

welcome,
fastest fix would be to grab a junkyard engine and swap it out

 

[Miami-Dade]

Welcome from NYC!

 

[OR VietVet]

Welcome to the forum from Oregon.
Used engine is quickest.

By the way, rod did not break off of head. Rod attaches at piston and crankshaft. Time to statt learning. Was engine making ANY noise, since thru a rod in 2 days?

 

[Hoesgottaeat2]

...grab a junkyard engine and swap it out

...Used engine is quickest.

^^^^what they said^^^^

If you're not handy, this may be the perfect opportunity to get handy and save yourself a ton of labor cost.
Good luck with the project.
And welcome from NY.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

More pics of the truck, please, as it looks to be in excellent shape.

You are already receiving sage advice from the knowledgeable folks on this Forum.

A used motor to be installed by a local repair shop would be your fastest and cheapest way to resolution.

And, this IS the best information and advice Forum for these trucks.

 

[RST Dana]

Hello everyone, just recently bought a 95 Chevy Tahoe LT on Sunday
And today my piston rod broke off from the head and tore a hole in the oil pan
I desperately need to fix it as I need a way to get to work
after fixing it though I think I’ll stay in here as it could be a useful resource

Where did you buy it? Dealers usually have a short window of coverage i.e. 3000 miles or 30 days

 

[BlackBearPerf]

Welcome to the forum from Idaho! Sorry to hear about the damage but you came to the right place for help.

 

[tuckerrnr1]

Welcome from Florida. Sorry about the bad luck, our 1997 had 300,000+ on it.