STEP BY STEP ENGINE REBUILD!

gn_steve · Dec 12, 2013

So whats happening nobody is answering the question?

Jay J · Dec 12, 2013

Prices on the cranks will vary. Stocker? Aftermarket? Take a look at parts for sale section, or post what you want in Parts wanted section--after you get in there and find out what you really need.

earlbrown · Dec 12, 2013

That's personal preference. If you have to buy a crank and you're already going to build the engine... why not go ahead and go stroker?

I'd probably verify your crank is bad first though.

Pronto · Dec 12, 2013

Assess the engine first to determine what will need replacing. Decide what your budget is then double that.

earlbrown · Dec 12, 2013

and don't forget to put that same amount off to the side when the doubled amount runs out

gn_steve · Dec 13, 2013

Thanks for the encouragement lol

Ktmron · Dec 13, 2013

Pronto said:
You know - you could grab a tensioner for little money
Have you searched for new one lately?

I'm looking for one of those tensioners for little money, where are they?

earlbrown · Dec 13, 2013

They are in the land of unicorns and left socks.

gunslinger · Dec 15, 2013

Is the engine out yet? As much end play as you have, I'd suspect that the damper bolt is loose. If you truly have 1/4 inch of play, then the crank & block are junk.

What takes you guys so long to work on these things?

12:40 PM

4:00 PM

They're some of the easiest engines to pull. You can leave just about everything on them. Just unbolt and go!

Pronto · Dec 15, 2013

Well, it does help having a nice shop to work in.

David Husek · Dec 15, 2013

gn_steve said:
How much will a crank cost me are there better cranks i am not building a race car just a nice street car i can bring my family in and sometimes drag race it low 11 would be enough for me!

What would you sugest! Are the cranks from any 3.8 the same?!

The stock crank and rods with forged pistons will go a long way and fit your build requirements. A good stock standard turbo crank will bring 300-400, One that has been cut 10/10, 200-300.

The cranks from a 3.8 NA motor are different than the turbo and 4.1 cranks. For your goals, a new NA crank would be fine, but no one is ever satisfied with there goals and always want more than they originally thought. So I would look for a good turbo crank if needed.

Another option is a steel crank, rods and piston kit. Much more money to install, but it will be all new parts.

trixdout · Dec 15, 2013

gunslinger said:
Is the engine out yet? As much end play as you have, I'd suspect that the damper bolt is loose. If you truly have 1/4 inch of play, then the crank & block are junk.

What takes you guys so long to work on these things?

12:40 PM

4:00 PM

They're some of the easiest engines to pull. You can leave just about everything on them. Just unbolt and go!

Either you are a dam good mechanic and good with your hands

, or you've done work to your lc2 more than you can count on one hand and are a pro at removing and installing the motor

Pronto · Dec 16, 2013

Eric is very skilled mechanic. He did a nice job installing my HR control arms and bar.

Chuck Leeper · Dec 16, 2013

>>>>>>>>>>>

gn_steve · Dec 16, 2013

Well sorry guys theres no progress for now cause the holydays are in full effect but after the holydays i will be haulling ass on this project

And by the way it takes time cause i never took one of these a part so taking my time writting everything down tagging everything and taking picture of everything!

But i will progress soon thanks guys for folowing this tread

You guys thinks this tread will become a sticky?