[Shotimes] Putting my engine back together, what do I need to remember?

Zach Leahy Zach Leahy <leahyz@gmail.com>
Tue, 7 Jun 2005 07:18:35 -0500


Just look at all the parts, and put the ones on fist that you took off last.

Z

On 6/7/05, Devin Fisher <dmf@meumonus.com> wrote:
> I bought an engine off of eBay to replace the defunct engine in my 1990. I
> finally tore it down to it's undies. er, shortblock. I just plastigauged,
> greased and installed new rod/cap bearings, and now I am cleaning the
> outside to paint. That is the only work I've done to the shortblock. I'm
> going to replace all the seals and gaskets (already purchased via RCM
> Automotive), but as I put it back together again in stages, I am super
> fearful of missing something, and I don't want to have to take it apart
> in-car. Is there certain steps I can follow that should lead me clear? This
> is what I understand so far:
> 
> 1. Rod/Cap bearings (done)
> 2. Paint (in process, not important).
> 3. Replace front main and reinstall oil pump and timing belt guide.
> 4. Replace rear main seal.
> 5. Replace crank position sensor.
> 6. Clean cylinders.
> 7. Prep heads for head gaskets.
> 8. Install heads and gaskets.
> 9. Replace oil plug well seals.
> 10. Install lower intake gaskets.
> 11. Install intake. (already reassembled).
> 12. Attach hoses.
> 
> 
> Not super comprehensive, but if I am missing something or need a more
> elaborate understanding I am all ears! Thanks everyone!
> 
> Devin
> Seattle
> dmf@meumonus.com
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