VEGE DCH4 Remanufactured Long Block – GM 5.7L Vortec 350
The Vortec 350, Rebuilt to Factory Specification
The Vortec 5700 is the truck small-block that refused to die: the final evolution of the 350, fitted with the celebrated Vortec heads (cast #062/906) and factory roller cam, it powered Silverados, Suburbans, Tahoes, Express vans and C/K trucks from 1996 to 2000 — and hundreds of thousands are still working across Europe today. When one finally wears out, the smart replacement is this: the VEGE DCH4, remanufactured in the Netherlands by Europe’s largest engine remanufacturer. Thermal cleaned, crack-tested, machined to OEM tolerances, fitted with new pistons, rings, bearings and gaskets throughout, and run on a state-of-the-art test bench before dispatch.
What arrives: long block with cylinder heads. What transfers from your old engine: intake and exhaust manifolds, oil pan, valve covers, timing cover, water pump, sensors, wiring and ECU. [VERIFY: confirm the exact tinware scope against VEGE’s current DCH4 spec — VEGE’s V-prefix sibling code VCH4 covers the same engine with tinware installed; the D-code is the long block.]
Remanufactured vs Rebuilt vs Used
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| Used (breaker) | Rebuilt | VEGE Remanufactured | |
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| Process | None | One mechanic, one engine | Industrial process, certified technicians |
| Block & heads | Unknown | Inspected | Thermal cleaned, crack-tested, machined to OEM tolerance |
| Internals | Worn | Replaced as needed | All wearable parts new |
| Testing | None | Variable | Test-bench run before dispatch |
| Warranty | None | 3–12 months | 5-year VEGE factory + 12-month NH in-house |
Key Features & Benefits
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OEM-specification remanufacture — known original weaknesses corrected, not repeated
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Vortec heads included — the #062/906 castings that give this engine its name and its torque
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Factory roller cam — durability and low maintenance, correct for the 1996–2000 ECU setup
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Crank-trigger configuration — matches the factory ignition system; no distributor conversion needed
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Test-bench proven — run and verified before it leaves the factory
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5-year VEGE factory warranty + 12-month in-house NH warranty handled in Europe
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Core exchange available — return your old engine (same type, complete, crack-free) to reduce cost
Decoding the Type Code: DCH4
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D — VEGE long-block format code (V-prefix codes add tinware: valve covers, timing cover, oil pan)
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C — Chevrolet application family
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H4 — Vortec-era 350 truck variant (2-bolt mains, roller cam, center-mount valve covers)
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Block casting #880, head casting #062/906 — the identifiers to check against your old engine
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[VERIFY: VEGE publishes no official decoder — this reading is from the ATK/VEGE application guide; confirm against your supplier invoice]
Technical Specifications
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VEGE type code | DCH4 |
| Engine | GM 5.7L / 350 CID small-block V8 (Vortec 5700, L31 family) |
| Configuration | OHV, 16-valve, cast-iron block and heads, 2-bolt mains |
| Bore × stroke | 4.000″ × 3.480″ (101.6 × 88.4 mm) |
| Head / block casting | #062 / #906 heads, #880 block |
| Camshaft | Factory hydraulic roller |
| Factory output | ~255 hp / ~330 lb-ft [VERIFY against year variant] |
| Fuel system | Multi-point EFI (components not included — transferred) |
| Firing order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Ignition | Crank trigger with factory ECU (components transferred) |
| Included | Block, heads [VERIFY full tinware scope — see note above] |
| Not included | Intake/exhaust manifolds, oil pan, water pump, sensors, wiring, ECU [VERIFY] |
| Warranty | 5-year VEGE factory + 12-month NH Race Engine in-house |
What Does It Fit?
1996–2000 GM 5.7L applications: Chevrolet C/K Series and Silverado pickups, Suburban and Tahoe, Express vans, GMC Sierra and Yukon, G-series vans, P-series step vans. [VERIFY: send us your VIN — Vortec truck variants differ by year, and the VCH4 (tinware) vs DCH4 (long block) split determines what transfers.]
Condition & Pre-Delivery Inspection
Remanufactured, not used — the proof chain:
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Factory process: thermal cleaning, magnetic crack-testing, OEM-tolerance machining, all-new wearable parts, test-bench run
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Our inspection on arrival in Kessel: crate integrity, external damage check, rotation confirmation, sealing caps intact
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Your installer should: fit new gaskets and seals on transfer parts, use fresh fluids and filters throughout, prime the oiling system before first start, and follow the guidance in our installation guides
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Register your warranty on our warranty registration page
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More power instead of a replacement? Our custom engine builds can spec a 383 or LS for your truck
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Keep the 4L60E honest behind it: transmission rebuilds
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Core exchange — ask about returning your old engine to lower the price (same type code, complete, crack-free)
Shipping & Delivery
In-stock engines ship from Kessel within 48 hours, crated, insured and tracked. Transit: 1–3 business days in the Benelux, 3–7 days elsewhere in Europe. Freight is palletized curbside delivery — plan for two people at delivery. Request a quote for a delivered price including freight to your country.
Order Your VEGE DCH4 Remanufactured Engine
A test-bench-proven Vortec 350 with a 5-year factory warranty, built an hour from our workshop. Email info@nhraceengine.nl or request a quote online for current pricing, availability and the correct type code for your VIN.
SKU: DCH4 | MPN: DCH4 | Brand: VEGE | Category: Crate Engines > Remanufactured | Condition: Remanufactured
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