JessicaR

I've read before that there is a place where I can purchase a video that shows me how to rebuild a rotary engine and I was wondering if someone could direct me there. Also, is a video specifically for my 85 gsl available there?

Thanks guys...jess.

Hades12

http://www.rotaryaviation.com/Books_videos.htm

Or

http://www.atkinsrotary.com/store/customer/home.php

Or

http://www.nzperformance.co.nz/store...t=DIY-RE13BDVD

JessicaR

They are all for the 13B engine! Is process for rebuilding a 13b and 12a similar enough that I could use the 13B video?

btw, thanks Hades

Hades12

Yes it is. Some of the parts are a little bit different but the process is all the same.

kettlman

iTrader: (2)

i've heard real good things about the Bruce Turrentine video.

vipernicus42

iTrader: (4)

The only real difference between rebuilding a 13b and a 12a is that the coolant seals on the 13b are in the side/intermediate housings. On the 12a they're on the rotor housing. Practically identical in every other sense from what I've heard.

Jon

JessicaR

Well what I'm really worried about is removing and replacing the engine back in the car. 13b's usually go into electronic fuel injected SE's right? So won't there be quite a bit of difference in the connections?

$100T2

iTrader: (1)

That's where you get your Haynes manual and a digital camera... Record everything you do, and label everything as you disconnect it. You'll be fine.

JessicaR

Well, I'm one step ahead...I have a video camera, a digital camera, a labeler, 2 rosary beads, and a rabbits foot!

Turbo II-FB

yea it wont be diffuclt at all. Its easier for the 12a in the sense that you dont have to reconnect tons of wires and other misc BS. post some pics of your car we still havent seen it.

$100T2

iTrader: (1)

Don't forget to sacrifice a chicken, light a candle, and say 10 hail mary's.

Hades12

The vids do not show how to pull the Engine. But pulling it is really not a problem. They are so simple that any noob can switch one out just takes a bit longer your first time.

JessicaR

Well the NZ Performance video is about $150 delivered while the Atkins video is only $40 delivered. Which of these is the better of the two for a complete newbie?

OnlyOnThurs

i still think they should have a rebuild 12A video....

JessicaR

I agree! Complete with removal and replace. And a video for removing the rat's nest. Maybe once I learn enough I'll make one myself.

Hades12

Jessica, I have the Atkins Video But want to get the DVD set. I will sale my vid for $25 shipped if you want it.

Hades12

Once you do it the first time, you will see that there is not a need for a vid on how to pull the engine. If you were closer I would show you, But I bet there is a TX person that would be happy to help you. Or run down to Gothom(sp?) and watch them pull one.

JessicaR

I'll buy the atkins video from ya for sure! And I'm gonna have my brother help me with the engine rebuild. It won't happen for a few months but I thought I'd teach myself as much as I could in the meantime.

How do you want me to send payment?

Hades12

Hit me on PM and we can discuss.