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N90ATH	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:31
	^^^ cheers for the tips
James R	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:29
	quote: Originally posted by 1800ed Definately worth replacing lots of parts in it then like the tappets, all the gaskets, timing belt, idlers e.t.c... So long as the engine wasn't ragged you'll have a good engine as they are pretty strong :) Tappets only need cleaning, £8 each!! savings to be had. And water pump too:thumbs: but get the round fin type, not the bent metal one.
N90ATH	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:22
	well dnt know yet gonna be a long project
James R	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:20
	It depends what you mean by performance bits? If the engine needs new pistons it's £200 more. If you want forged pistons it's £500 more Cams £160 for regrinds, !60 for verniners. A basic new shells, hone and rings can be done for £300.
ed	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:20
	quote: Originally posted by bradfincham and a steep learning curve!!!! plus you will know whats been done and what condition the engine is in! Im planning to do this when i can afford to sort an LET lump I hate you :\|
ed	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:19
	Definately worth replacing lots of parts in it then like the tappets, all the gaskets, timing belt, idlers e.t.c... So long as the engine wasn't ragged you'll have a good engine as they are pretty strong :)
bradfincham	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:19
	and a steep learning curve!!!! plus you will know whats been done and what condition the engine is in! Im planning to do this when i can afford to sort an LET lump
N90ATH	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 20:15
	yep doin this now, got the engine for 100 quid
ed	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 19:44
	Mine's costing roughly £500, but I want to get the parts for less. Thats with me doing all the labour too... It's a good idea, because after you have gone and chaged the timing belt fitted the engine and then the tappets need replacing, or the head gasket goes you'll be pissed off cos it's a pain to do things in the Corsa engine bay... Also means time off the road for the car. Think of it as an investment.
danny boyo	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 19:30
	dont do it if u dont have to it costs a fortune
N90ATH	posted on 9th Nov 04 at 19:11
	How much would it cost to rebuild a 2 l xe as i am considering doin it my self as well as some preformance parts as a sorta winter/ summer/winter/summer project so that it is finished by the time i can insure it do u think its a gd idea? and is it hard to rebuild and engine?