JOE'S
ENGINES
Hyundai & Kia Specialists
We specialize exclusively in remanufactured Hyundai and Kia engines. Every long block is blueprinted to correct the known factory flaws that cause Theta II, Nu, and Lambda V6 rod-bearing failures and oil consumption — so you get a more reliable engine than the one that came out of the factory. Local installation in Orillia & Barrie, or shipping across Ontario and Canada.
At Joe's Engines, we don’t look at engine building as standard automotive repair—we approach it as critical infrastructure engineering. Founded on over 25 years of technical leadership in high-availability enterprise operating environments and complex system operations, our production standard is rooted in rigorous quality control, diagnostic discipline, and unyielding specifications.
When factory mass-production lines fail, standard replacement units often inherit those exact same vulnerabilities. We leverage our deep technical engineering background to analyze root-cause failures in high-volume Hyundai and Kia shared platforms. By treating engine blocks with the same blueprinting accuracy expected in high-stress technical architectures, we permanently eliminate flaws like rod-bearing restrictions and cylinder distortion.
"Precision isn't an assembly line metric; it's an engineering philosophy. We rebuild every powertrain to survive the long haul."
Here's how Joe's stacks up against the alternatives most customers consider.
| Used / Salvage $800–$1,500 | Best Value Joe's Remanufactured $3,200–$3,850 | Brand New OEM $8,000–$12,000+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Factory Defects Fixed | |||
| Known Mileage / History | |||
| Warranty Included | Rarely | 6 Mo / 10,000 km | Yes (dealer only) |
| Upgraded Rod Bearings | |||
| Canada-Wide Shipping | Maybe | Dealer pickup only | |
| Ships Within 2 Days | 4–12 weeks | ||
| High Risk | Find My Engine | Overkill Cost |
Every block goes through a strict remanufacturing sequence to guarantee durability.
Cores are completely stripped and baked at high pyrolytic temps, followed by steel-shot blasting to unearth hidden structural hairline fractures.
We install upgraded, high-tensile rod bearings and widen piston oil-return paths to eliminate oil consumption issues found in stock blocks.
Cylinders are diamond-honed to precise targets. Crankshafts are ground, oil-galleys chamfered, and dynamically balanced.
We eliminate dry-start wear anxieties entirely. Every single long block assembly is manually pre-primed with high-viscosity assembly lubricants and cold-spun on a dedicated diagnostic test fixture to monitor and verify accurate static oil pressure ratings across all galleries before being cleared for crating.
We move fast. Most orders are on a truck within two business days.
You configure and submit your order online or by phone. We confirm engine fitment and core details.
Your unit is pulled from finished inventory, QA re-inspected, and assigned to a crating station within one business day.
Crated and handed off to our LTL freight carrier. Tracking details emailed to you immediately at dispatch.
Arrives at your shop or residential address. Core return freight label included in the crate for easy pickup scheduling.
Real examples of our blueprinted long blocks and strict machining steps.
Fully dressed block configured with upgraded micro-finished journals.
Dynamic balancing ensures strict tolerances to bypass stock vibrations.
Ready for crate delivery. Features redesigned piston oil-return channels.
Every sealing mating surface is micro-measured to ensure true zero leakages.
Customer Sonata back on the road, 38,000 km and counting on this build.
Cross-reference your engine configuration with our available stock long blocks, priced and ready to ship or install.
Don't want to install it yourself? Bring your vehicle to our Orillia facility and our certified technicians will install any engine on this page for you — backed by the same warranty coverage.
| Engine Family | Engine Codes | Target Vehicles Covered | Availability Status | Base Pricing | E-Commerce Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Motors — Shared Platform | |||||
| 2.4L Theta II Long Block | G4KE / G4KJ | Sonata (2011-2019), Santa Fe (2012-2020), Tucson | 3 Ready to Ship | $3,450.00 | |
| 2.0L Theta II Turbo | G4KH | Sonata Turbo, Santa Fe Sport Turbo (2013-2019) | 2-Day Build Queue | $3,850.00 | |
| 2.0L Nu Long Block | G4NA / G4NB | Elantra (2011-2020), Tucson (2016-2021) | 2 Ready to Ship | $3,200.00 | |
| Kia Motors — Shared Platform | |||||
| 2.4L Theta II Long Block | G4KE / G4KJ | Optima (2011-2020), Sorento (2010-2020), Sportage | 4 Ready to Ship | $3,450.00 | |
| 3.3L Lambda V6 | G6DH | Sorento V6 (2015-2020) | 2-Day Build Queue | $3,900.00 | |
| 2.0L Nu Long Block | G4NA / G4NB | Forte (2010-2020), Soul (2010-2019), Sportage | 5 Ready to Ship | $3,150.00 | |
Avoid build layout mistakes. Drop your 17-digit VIN below and our machining cell will verify your strike patterns and peripheral matches before checkout.
We streamline freight pickup for your exchange block. No hidden deductions.
Your new engine arrives inside a fully enclosed, 30" x 30" x 36" heavy-duty crate (Average package weight: 325 lbs).
Completely drain all remaining oils, place the original block back in the plastic wrapping wrap, and bolt it into the crate cavity.
Affix the up-front pre-paid return freight shipping documents provided in your delivery invoice directly to the crate exterior panel.
Call our freight routing desk to call out the free liftgate truck collection. Core refunds post safely within 7 business days.
To secure a 100% deposit credit, core engines must be returned completely assembled and drained entirely of all operating fluids. Structural cast blocks showing complete holes, throw-rod fractures, or catastrophic engine casing splits from high-velocity rod drop structural breakdowns require a high-priority tech support evaluation before shipment setup. Please notify a sales rep up front to verify partial adjustments for shattered engine casings.
Access wholesale business tiers, priority scheduling queues, and flexible jobber net invoicing terms designed for professional automotive businesses.
Our standard warranty guarantees protection against workmanship or product defects. Because old metal bearing fragments easily settle inside peripheral parts during a sudden engine failure, your certified mechanic must verify the following items upon replacement:
| Joe's Engines | Typical Reman Shop | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage Length | 6 Months | 30–90 Days |
| Mileage Cap | 10,000 km | Often capped at 1,500–5,000 km |
| Parts & Labour | Parts Included | Parts only, labour billed separately |
| Core Return Window | 30 Days, Freight Provided | 7–14 Days, Customer Pays Freight |
Competitor terms based on common industry policies as of 2026 and may vary by shop.
"My 2013 Sonata had the classic Theta II rod knock. Joe's had the long block shipped to my shop in three days. Truck has 40,000 km on the rebuilt motor now — not a single issue. Worth every penny."
"As a shop owner I've dealt with a lot of reman suppliers. Joe's is in a different league. The block arrived pre-primed, perfectly clean, and they walked me through the oil cooler requirement before I even asked. They clearly know these engines inside out."
"The core return process was way easier than I expected — they arranged the pickup freight themselves. Customer support answered every technical question fast. Would absolutely order again for my Santa Fe fleet units."
Not ready to order online? Fill out the form and our tech team will get back to you within one business day.
Want us to install it? Mention it in your message and we'll help you book an installation date.
Not sure which engine fits?
Send us your vehicle details and we'll confirm fitment for free.
Ask a Question →Base freight already included for Ontario. Other regions add LTL freight distance surcharge.
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