time to rebuild :D progress updated
my first rebuild / big project on the fd. after taking 2 months getting a dp on, i had 2 good weeks with the fd before the coolant seals gave out. the leak isn't too bad but there are other problems as well like leaky exhaust gaskets etc.. i did consider block weld for as a temporary solution but i've decided to do it the right way. this summer will be the last time in a while i'll have enough time to finish a project like this and hope i to get it done in time
clearing out the engine bay, its amazing how many times have had to do this the past 2 years lol. most fd owners must be able to do this in their sleep. strutbar and front air ducting already removed https://img159.imageshack.us/img159/...scf7199hm0.jpg almost ready to pull, the transmission is coming out with it, a/c and powersteering lines etc still have to go but i haven't figured them out yet https://img518.imageshack.us/img518/...scf7242oc3.jpg box of fun, nuts and bolts in labelled zip-locked bags :) https://img138.imageshack.us/img138/...scf7262yb1.jpg |
fuilds
motor oil ~4.5quarts, coolant 2 gallons, 1 each from radiator, 1 from block. ~.6 gal of tranny fuild <---- this stuff doesn't smell good at all
picked up a new 2 ton engine hoist at kragen today. its put together pretty well and costs $107 after tax. plus it doesn't come with a leveler or chains. i'll be going to homedepot for two 6-7 foot chains. https://img517.imageshack.us/img517/...scf7257is1.jpg the guy working at kragen gave me a look and told me theres no way it was going to fit when he saw the car i was taking it home in.. lol https://img514.imageshack.us/img514/...scf7246xm4.jpg almost forgot to drain the block, it gets everywhere and makes a good mess on the floor too :( https://img79.imageshack.us/img79/7943/dscf7209wq4.jpg didn't know the tranny plugs had magnets. makes me wonder about the magnetic ones for the oil pan https://img501.imageshack.us/img501/...scf7214fw8.jpg |
i can't get the ppf nuts/bolts off. whats the best way to approach this. already tried pb blaster but i don't think thats the problem. i have a 12" breaker bar do i just need a longer one?
1 aluminum crossbar near the cat, cat air pipe, 2 motor mount nuts have been removed. did i miss anything that i need to under the car? |
croyel is what i used on every bolt.
and there are three nuts on the motor mounts. |
Originally Posted by sevensix
(Post 6960065)
almost ready to pull, the transmission is coming out with it, a/c and powersteering lines etc still have to go but i haven't figured them out yet
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A good impact gun works wonders
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katit send me a pm with your email i can get you the full size picture.
i took a long break for dinner then got the nuts off with a new longer breaker. wish i had a impact, and a lift :) |
small detour, i received an unexpected response to a pm i wrote a few month ago when trying to diagnose my engine problems. confused.. https://www.rx7club.com/3rd-generation-specific-1993-2002-16/coolant-problem-help-help-114514/
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Good luck on the project Alex. You going to port it?
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coming along pretty good...i'll be pulling mine this winter...got my prelude apart right now...putting it back together ...and going to try to enjoy both cars for summer....
good luck brad |
Good luck man......
There's heaps of work ahead of you! I hope you have as much fun as I did! |
Where are you in SoCA? I would like to drop by and check out your progress in person sometime or even help (for free :) ) if you need it.
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thanks for the support, i got the engine and tranny pulled today :D learned a few things in the process.
don't get chains that are too long or the hoist can't pull it up high enough to clear the bumper don't work on a incline or the hoist will be pulled into the front bumper of the car (:() i don't know how i would have done it without the load leveler bar. if u're doing the job GET IT. i got one for 29.99 at harbor freight and its TOTALLY worth it, it comes with 2 chains so the cost is offset a bit by that. i used the 1300lb quick links, 2.99 for pack of 3, which were used to secure the chains to the UIM and front pull positions. btw clip these abouth 1/2way up the length of the chains. if u have the stock intercooler duct, no need to remove it, it will clear it okay. the easiest way to get the rubber plug/wiring harness out of the firewall is the push it from the inside of the cabin. i used the end of the tire iron for this, takes a good amount of force. and watch out for the tranny and driveshaft after the nuts securing the ppf are removed, they may fall. i used jacks to prop them up, and the cat section too when i was removing it. |
and mike im in huntington beach and i could definitely use some help lol
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haha love the shot with the miata & the FD.
i've been thinking about getting a miata as a daily driver... |
Black FD's look so slick and mean when they're clean...mmm..
Good luck with the rebuild. |
PM box is FULL!
Originally Posted by sevensix
(Post 6976047)
and mike im in huntington beach and i could definitely use some help lol
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haha.. no internet the last few weeks everyone
mike i cleared a special spot in the pmbox. i'll b hopping on the internet when i can. |
you should do a full write up with pics on a rebuild so we (I) can learn lol.....
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^ haha. more notes..
flywheel nut removal.. i went to sears for a few tools 2 1/8 inch socket, 3/4 inch drive- $27.99 adapter 1/2" --> 3/4" - $6.99 17 or 18" breaker bar --> $27.99 locked the flywheel using the short chain and bolt method foot on UIM to keep the engine from flipping over whille i torqued the breaker bar, came off a lot easier than i thought it would, tools went flying to the floor though :) so the using hand tools def. works counterweight was pretty simple.. used a regular hammer to and hit it 5-6 times hard @ the flat surface. i removed the flywheel from it before doing this. overall i thought the flywheel removal would be a lot tougher from other experiences. glad its over with and glad it wasn't as much of a chore as i was expecting. |
Here are some writeups to help you/others:
http://www.rotaryresurrection.com/3r...eng_remov.html http://www.rotaryresurrection.com/3r..._teardown.html |
Hey Alex, hope the video works for you. Let me know if you need anything else.
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Originally Posted by spiritrmazda
(Post 7104764)
Hey Alex, hope the video works for you. Let me know if you need anything else.
:) thanks steve btw anyone rebuilding that is looking for a engine stand.. the harbor freight 750lb one works great($30 now, usually $40). just need to enlarge one of the holes on the mountingplate with a dremel/drill so they line up to 2 studs on the front plate of the engine. |
looking good:icon_tup: What else are you planning on doing with the engine out?
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Keep on truckin!
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