Things to do to engine whilst out of bay.

Hey guys,

Most of you who follow my thread will know I'm getting a new engine (same 1.8) dropped in to my car shortly.

Just wondering if there's anything specific I should tell the guys to do/replace/clean on the new engine while it's chilling outside the bay? Are there any upgrade parts that can be installed WAY easier when it's out?

Cheers

M

Water pump and timing kit would be way easier to do with the motor out I would say.

Rear main seal!

I'd just sit in the empty engine bay with a beer while the engine is out as that might be the only chance you have :)

I'd give it a good clean too while all is out.

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Originally Posted by Shadow110

Water pump and timing kit would be way easier to do with the motor out I would say.

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Yep they're already doing both while it's out but thanks for the suggestion!

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Originally Posted by guy 27

Rear main seal!

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Thanks mate, I'll let them know! What exactly does it seal...?

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Originally Posted by dutchy

I'd just sit in the empty engine bay with a beer while the engine is out as that might be the only chance you have :)

I'd give it a good clean too while all is out.

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I wish! It'll be at the mechanics during the whole process so I don't think I'll get to play around in the empty bay :( Will definitely be getting a clean too because there'll be sooooo much oil around the bay. Can't wait to see it sparkling again!

Cheers guys

M

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Originally Posted by MikeCheck

Thanks mate, I'll let them know! What exactly does it seal...?

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crank shaft where the gearbox is.

oh also while its out do the rear y shaped coolant hose.