If you had to pull the engine, what would you do?
2004 MSM, 157k on the motor.
Pulling the engine for a leaking oil pan. Cam seals leaking, too. So going to do a full timing change, etc., the oil pan seal, fix the leaking knock sensor on the tranny and check the clutch. Likely have a proper catch-can installed, too. The goal is to run the stock turbo with aftermarket goodies (FMIC, down pipe, intake) at 10psi and put it on the track a couple times a year with a Rev. build MS2 but mostly it will daily drive. Just wondering if there are other major things that are worth considering if the engine is out (I think I can leave internals alone). I am not performing the work. Thanks. Crap. What I should add that I already have: DP FMIC Roll bar, Blackbird (race seats/5-spt that bolt/swap in for OE seats) Intake and TB hose (including new BPV) Rev. built MS2 (waiting to fix leaks before tuning) so that also means a wideband Wheels/tires (need alignment) Brake are fine (i think) all other fluids, etc. take care of (other than what has leaked out) including new fuel filter plugs/wires No CELs! hurrah! |
if trans is coming off the rear main isn't a bad idea.
water pump kit too. |
Originally Posted by tazswing
(Post 1209833)
2004 MSM, 157k on the motor.
Pulling the engine for a leaking oil pan. Cam seals leaking, too. So going to do a full timing change, etc., the oil pan seal, fix the leaking knock sensor on the tranny and check the clutch. Likely have a proper catch-can installed, too. The goal is to run the stock turbo with aftermarket goodies (FMIC, down pipe, intake) at 10psi and put it on the track a couple times a year with a Rev. build MS2 but mostly it will daily drive. Just wondering if there are other major things that are worth considering if the engine is out (I think I can leave internals alone). I am not performing the work. Thanks. 2. Resurface flywheel 3. Main seals 4. I'd strongly consider the MSPNP Pro; https://www.diyautotune.com/catalog/...ata-p-583.html |
Originally Posted by cyotani
(Post 1209838)
if trans is coming off the rear main isn't a bad idea.
water pump kit too. I think the tranny is staying put but i'll keep an eye on the that, thanks.
Originally Posted by bahurd
(Post 1209839)
1. FM1 Clutch
2. Resurface flywheel 3. Main seals 4. I'd strongly consider the MSPNP Pro; https://www.diyautotune.com/catalog/...ata-p-583.html I need to research more on the OE vs. aftermarket flywheels I guess so thanks for the idea. |
Originally Posted by tazswing
(Post 1209856)
yes, sorry I was not more specific about the timing change I think of the water pump as part of that. and not a crappy stamped water pump, either.
I think the tranny is staying put but i'll keep an eye on the that, thanks. I updated my first post too late, so yes the MS2 will do wonders for the MSM. I can't wait to tune it. I need to research more on the OE vs. aftermarket flywheels I guess so thanks for the idea. You mentioned MS2 based. |
Originally Posted by bahurd
(Post 1209857)
I wouldn't waste my money on a LW flywheel. I'd spend it on an MS3 based ECU which is the reason I linked the product specifically.
You mentioned MS2 based. Well, the MS2 advanced by Reverent was recommended so that is what I have. |
Originally Posted by tazswing
(Post 1209858)
good to know about the flywheel.
Well, the MS2 advanced by Reverent was recommended so that is what I have. |
I would suggest painting the engine bay. I am very happy I did mine while the engine was out.
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Ate you pulling the trans/ engine out as 1 piece? I hear this is the way to go...
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Change your oil and water pump while you have the sucker out...
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Originally Posted by thirdgen
(Post 1209969)
Ate you pulling the trans/ engine out as 1 piece? I hear this is the way to go...
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set aside 2 hours.
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Originally Posted by Braineack
(Post 1210167)
set aside 2 hours.
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Engine mounts would be a good idea. Coolant reroute as well.
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Originally Posted by Leafy
(Post 1210270)
Engine mounts would be a good idea. Coolant reroute as well.
Cross-flow and re-route are on my radar at some point...but I might have to build the piggy bank back up for them. |
"fix the leaking knock sensor on the tranny"
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Leaky oil pan? are you sure its not from the cam seal? My cam seal leaked all the way down and looked like everything was leaking including the front main, the oil pan, etc.
Now the leaky trans knock sensor...that's just hilarious... |
Originally Posted by cyotani
(Post 1209838)
if trans is coming off the rear main isn't a bad idea.
Originally Posted by bahurd
(Post 1209839)
1. FM1 Clutch
2. Resurface flywheel 3. Main seals 4. I'd strongly consider the MSPNP Pro; https://www.diyautotune.com/catalog/...ata-p-583.html
Originally Posted by tazswing
(Post 1209856)
yes, sorry I was not more specific about the timing change I think of the water pump as part of that. and not a crappy stamped water pump, either.
I think the tranny is staying put but i'll keep an eye on the that, thanks
Originally Posted by ofspunk7
(Post 1209933)
I would suggest painting the engine bay. I am very happy I did mine while the engine was out.
Originally Posted by tazswing
(Post 1210355)
Funny, I was just looking at those today.
Cross-flow and re-route are on my radar at some point...but I might have to build the piggy bank back up for them.
Originally Posted by Seefo
(Post 1210369)
Now the leaky trans knock sensor...that's just hilarious...
Originally Posted by bahurd
(Post 1209857)
I wouldn't waste my money on a LW flywheel. I'd spend it on an MS3 based ECU which is the reason I linked the product specifically.
You mentioned MS2 based. |
Ha... So you won't have your car back together this weekend to do a hardtop swap eh? Lol
Glad to see proigress being made. |
Clean all the old oil w a pressure washer and see where the oil is coming from, the oil pan is not likley the problem.
You will probably need both shifter boots and engine mounts on your parts list if you pull the motor out |
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