Opinion Time: Engine Swap + Turbo
#1
Opinion Time: Engine Swap + Turbo
My current Z6 is burning oil like a bitch. I found a full z6 swap for $300. So far, I've sold the DC Sports header and the tranny and I basically got the longblock for $115.
ANYWHO, Its coming time for the eninge swap. I've also gathered enough parts for my turbo setup. Should I do both installs at the same time? IMO, this would be easier since parts will already be off the car. Or should i run the new z6 for a few weeks to make sure there aren't any hidden bugs? The guy who sold it to me said it has 77k on it and ran great when he had it.
Also, if anyone wants to join my install party, I live in the VERY NE corner of Ohio (Ashtabula). I'll provide the pizza and dumb jokes :P
ANYWHO, Its coming time for the eninge swap. I've also gathered enough parts for my turbo setup. Should I do both installs at the same time? IMO, this would be easier since parts will already be off the car. Or should i run the new z6 for a few weeks to make sure there aren't any hidden bugs? The guy who sold it to me said it has 77k on it and ran great when he had it.
Also, if anyone wants to join my install party, I live in the VERY NE corner of Ohio (Ashtabula). I'll provide the pizza and dumb jokes :P
#3
Re:Opinion Time: Engine Swap + Turbo
very good find.
I havent had the pleasure of putting my turbo on yet, so I cant help you out.
If I were in your shoes, I would do one thing at a time, unless you arent hurting for a vechile. if you have an extra ride, do it at the same time.
I havent had the pleasure of putting my turbo on yet, so I cant help you out.
If I were in your shoes, I would do one thing at a time, unless you arent hurting for a vechile. if you have an extra ride, do it at the same time.
#4
Re:Opinion Time: Engine Swap + Turbo
Eh, i would throw the motor in, then the turbo, just to get it running right first, so you know what your starting with, even though i had a turbo z6, head gasekt blew, so i swapped in a 2000 y8, but just put everything back in at once, and so far no problems.
#5
Re:Opinion Time: Engine Swap + Turbo
yeah, I would find a way to put the oil feed on and plug it up or something, that way the turbo install will go alot smoother. But do it one at a time, get the engine running right first and then boost it. If you do both it will be more confusing if you have a problem.
#6
Re:Opinion Time: Engine Swap + Turbo
The turbo requires injectors, fuel mani., and lots of crap that you really don't need to deal with while swapping an engine.
Of course the oil line part is a VERY good idea ( its not that hard with the engine in if you just take the manifold off ).
Its a nice time to get a new front cross member, and new engine mounts too( or fill them with poly ).
CV axles also.
Of course, this is assuming you have the money.
Its also a great time to change the oil pump, water pump, and timing belt...
I give it as advice, but I've only followed it on my TT stealth, my civic is way to easy to work on....
Of course the oil line part is a VERY good idea ( its not that hard with the engine in if you just take the manifold off ).
Its a nice time to get a new front cross member, and new engine mounts too( or fill them with poly ).
CV axles also.
Of course, this is assuming you have the money.
Its also a great time to change the oil pump, water pump, and timing belt...
I give it as advice, but I've only followed it on my TT stealth, my civic is way to easy to work on....
#10
Re:Opinion Time: Engine Swap + Turbo
I still don't understand this concept of going to another state to help others out. I live in Houston, Texas where if you want to go anywhere you better fly out because going to another state would take a good half day. Stupid small states shouldn't be considered states and maybe we won't have this gay way of how presidential canidates get their votes : P