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Engine Rebuild
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Engine Rebuild
im planing to rebuild my F300 Feroza engine and i was wondering if i had to remove the motor to do it or can you do it without having to take it out?
Ok if you define "rebuild" as the whole works then virtually essential to remove the engine.
Whilst there's certainly stuff that can be done with the block still in the car ( top end rebuild ) IMO to do a full rebuild its necessary to take it out.
Parts aren't hard to get as long as you don't mention Feroza - just ask for Applause bits and you'l get what you want. However its not a particularly cheap engine to rebuild and its important to have a range of tools available to measure stuff and install replacements etc etc.
By all means do it if you have the knowledge ( and a manual ) - but i'd also suggest an engine stand makes the job much more pleasant.
Whilst there's certainly stuff that can be done with the block still in the car ( top end rebuild ) IMO to do a full rebuild its necessary to take it out.
Parts aren't hard to get as long as you don't mention Feroza - just ask for Applause bits and you'l get what you want. However its not a particularly cheap engine to rebuild and its important to have a range of tools available to measure stuff and install replacements etc etc.
By all means do it if you have the knowledge ( and a manual ) - but i'd also suggest an engine stand makes the job much more pleasant.
( usual disclaimers )
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
Download one from www.warfs.org - PDF's of original Feroza manuals.
All the info you'll need to get it done.
All the info you'll need to get it done.
( usual disclaimers )
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
There are variables..... does it need a rebore or just a ridge break/hone etc etc.
Say $1000 if its tired - not stuffed but remember what you find when you pull it down will make a huge difference.
IMO sometimes its better to replace worn parts with other second hand bits than to buy new ones. For example there's no way I'd grind a crank and go oversize bearings when I can get a second hand one in good condition.
Unfortunately there is an element of "how long is piece of string" to a PROPPER ergine rebuild. Personally i'd do a selective job - leave what's OK, replace badly worn components with good second hand, replace seals/gaskets etc AND do the head properly.
But that's just me......
Say $1000 if its tired - not stuffed but remember what you find when you pull it down will make a huge difference.
IMO sometimes its better to replace worn parts with other second hand bits than to buy new ones. For example there's no way I'd grind a crank and go oversize bearings when I can get a second hand one in good condition.
Unfortunately there is an element of "how long is piece of string" to a PROPPER ergine rebuild. Personally i'd do a selective job - leave what's OK, replace badly worn components with good second hand, replace seals/gaskets etc AND do the head properly.
But that's just me......
( usual disclaimers )
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
Actually with the value of a Feroza, I don't believe a rebuild is worth it at all..... however its his money.chugga wrote:Your better off doing the whole lot. Top end, bottom end new pistons thats if your going to keep the car.
Good second hand Applause engines are around if you look ( usually about $120 if you remove it yourself for a core engine from a self serve wrecker ) strip them, change gaskets and seals if your really really picky and away you go. Say $250 all up.
Its VERY IMPORTANT however to be able to assess the engine before you buy it - if you buy junk - then its time and $$ wasted
I've got some great engines and parts this way.
( usual disclaimers )
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
Price a reco engine from one of the major suppliers - if you don't mind spending 50% or more of the value of the vehicle on a "new" engine then spend away....
For me its a bang for buck issue, if you sold it you certainly won't get the money back that you spent on the reco.
For me its a bang for buck issue, if you sold it you certainly won't get the money back that you spent on the reco.
( usual disclaimers )
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
It seemed like a much better idea when I started it than it does now.
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