My 1985 GSL-SE Project
#53
ancient wizard...
Some incriminating bolt thread marks impacted on rotor left side of pic. Do you recall any bolts/hardware that had to be replaced on reassembly as original could not be found? Yes,rotor housing,rotor... good news,not a 12A,parts are easier to source. Sorry to see this,at least now no more wondering what/why. At least everything is relatively clean this time around. Have had this happen on a fresh engine build/startup myself,know how you must feel. Bright spot-not a daily driver.
#54
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At least you know your ability to assemble an engine and get it running is ok, as the rear rotor is fine. You just need to pay more attention to what goes into the engine after assembly. Maybe there was a small loose bolt sitting inside your intake manifold that you didn't know about. Maybe it fell in at some point when it was off of the engine.
#55
Some incriminating bolt thread marks impacted on rotor left side of pic. Do you recall any bolts/hardware that had to be replaced on reassembly as original could not be found? Yes,rotor housing,rotor... good news,not a 12A,parts are easier to source. Sorry to see this,at least now no more wondering what/why. At least everything is relatively clean this time around. Have had this happen on a fresh engine build/startup myself,know how you must feel. Bright spot-not a daily driver.
At least you know your ability to assemble an engine and get it running is ok, as the rear rotor is fine. You just need to pay more attention to what goes into the engine after assembly. Maybe there was a small loose bolt sitting inside your intake manifold that you didn't know about. Maybe it fell in at some point when it was off of the engine.
I have 3-4 people offering to sell me rotors/housings so I should be in good shape here soon. Should I use the pair I buy (keep them together or piece a new housing/rotor with the good once I still have?
#57
Well I was finally able to open the engine up after the long winter and we are down the front Rotor/Housing. Thanks to Rich and Robert for assisting me with finding new Rotors and a replacement housing. I am in the process of ordering new Apex Seals, Side Seals, and closing gasket kit. Robert will be lending me his expertise and will guide my next rebuild scheduled for July 15th.
Oh and here is the damage from what appears to be a rouge screw? I drove the car 200 miles before it coughed up something so I have no idea how this happened.
More updates as the rebuild prep continues!!!
Oh and here is the damage from what appears to be a rouge screw? I drove the car 200 miles before it coughed up something so I have no idea how this happened.
More updates as the rebuild prep continues!!!
#58
Rebuild kit is ordered and housing is on its way. Should be able to make good progress with prepping everything for the rebuild on the 15th.
I also am sending off the injectors to be serviced and buying new connectors.
So much easier to clean parts that aren't covered it dirt and oil from 20 years of driving!
I also am sending off the injectors to be serviced and buying new connectors.
So much easier to clean parts that aren't covered it dirt and oil from 20 years of driving!
#62
Got the side seals clearanced today. Just have the final cleaning of small parts. I also upgraded to FD corner seal springs and Atkins solid corners (at least it cost more so it's better right?)
Robert (RW-7) is coming up to assist with the rebuild on Saturday. Super appreciative for his knowledge and giving up a Saturday to help me!!!
Robert (RW-7) is coming up to assist with the rebuild on Saturday. Super appreciative for his knowledge and giving up a Saturday to help me!!!
#66
Block is back together thanks to Robert (RW-7). Also was an awesome day to hang out and do rotary things with an old friend.
Next steps are to get the motor back in. My engine hoist isn't long enough so rather than bang up the fender or bumper, I will need my time getting the engine back in once i have an extra set of hands available. Im hoping to make some progress this week. More to come as work gets done!
Next steps are to get the motor back in. My engine hoist isn't long enough so rather than bang up the fender or bumper, I will need my time getting the engine back in once i have an extra set of hands available. Im hoping to make some progress this week. More to come as work gets done!
#69
We got an engine installed!!! Huge that's to my neighbor for getting this installed. The whole underside is finished as well (exhaust, starter, trans, etc)
Next is all the topside goodies! I blocked everything off especially well this time. No rogue screws in my 6-ports!!!
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