Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2004 21:15:10 -0300 From: Dexter J <lamealameadingdongnospamlamelame.org> Subject: Re: 2.0 Turbo Engine rebuild?
Salutations: On Mon, 12 Apr 2004 20:16:26 +0100, Grunff <grunffnospam.com> wrote: > Dexter J wrote: > >> Anything I should consider as 'upgradeable' in the cam or timing chain >> area or stick with factory parts? Anyone know if the crank stub needs >> to be modified to mate with a five speed? > > Hi Dex, > > I've not come across anything in the way of upgrades in that area. > Needless to say a new chain, guides + tensioner should be on the list. > > AFA the crank is concerned I'm pretty sure it's the same. Not done this > myself on a 9k (have done on a C900), but have seen plenty stripped down > ones. Hey brother Grunff - I'm thinking its the same as well, but would sure love to know before I have it peeled and pressed back together. I'm pretty sure I want to stick with factory parts in and around the engine if possible - but you hear so many rumours of greener grass across the fence. LUV to find a more robust set of seals and gaskets for her, but no luck so far. -- J Dexter - webmaster - http://www.dexterdyne.org/ all tunes - no cookies no subscription no weather no ads no news no phone in - RealAudio 8+ Required - all the Time Radio Free Dexterdyne Top Tune o'be-do-da-day Tim Tamashiro - Be My Lifes Companion http://www.dexterdyne.org/888/164.RA