Rebuild an engine 101 - planning
Planning
Begin your engine buildup list by identifying what good parts you already have, such as a cylinder block, a crankshaft and rods. Then, decide what parts you're going to need new, such as a camshaft, lifters, bearings, gaskets and so on. Carefully weigh the cost and hassle between refurbishing stock items and buying new parts. For example, with today's aftermarket offerings, it may be easier and more cost-effective to buy new cylinder heads rather than rebuilding the old units. By the time the old heads have been cleaned, inspected, decked, machined and fitted with new valves and springs, you may have the same amount of money invested as the cost of a new pair of high-flow aftermarket heads.
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