tools for engine rebuild

[_leon_ 0]

I am about ready to start on a G60 engine rebuild project - standard rebuild with a new head, cam etc - and have the majority of parts ready, a garage to use and some of the obvious tools (stand, crane, torque wrench, usual sockets etc etc). I haven't done something like this before and have some material to help me through - but am positive I need to stock up on some essential tools. Can anyone give me a list of what tools I will definately need please?

[lottysvdub 0]

mate not meaning to sound negative but ive been repairing cars for 21 years and every month i think i dont need anymore tools and then the dealers bring out a new bit and i have to buy another tool :( so the list could be quite long mate , hope all goes well with the rebuild :D

[Scruffythefirst 0]

Piston ring compressor, valve spring compressor, torque wrench, angle tightening guage, assorted taps (to clean threads in block) and special sockets / spline drives for headbolts etc, plastiguage. Other measuring tools - micrometer, verniers etc

 

Air line is usefull to clear out crud from parts, most importantly - full manual or as a minimum of all the clearances and torque settings

[_leon_ 0]

@lottysvdub yeah i know - i never have enough tools. but thought an engine rebuild would require tools i dont normally need to know the name of ;)

 

@Scruffythefirst cool thankyou - i only need to change the valve stem seals in the head as its only covered 5k miles - but the block is getting overhauled. had thought of a steam cleaner - but the air line is a nice idea.

 

thanks

[bcstudent 0]

A parts washer is always handy.

[Scruffythefirst 0]

i only need to change the valve stem seals in the head

 

you'll still need a valve spring compressor to do that, but if its only done 5k i wouldn't bother.

[_leon_ 0]

i only need to change the valve stem seals in the head

 

you'll still need a valve spring compressor to do that, but if its only done 5k i wouldn't bother.

 

the head has been sitting indoors for about 2-3 months though - a friend advised it would be worth changing the stem seals in case they dried out - any thoughts on that?

[Henny 0]

they shouldn't have dried out if they're that new... my engine has sat for 6 months without needing new valve seals... it's only when they're old and worn that leaving them can cause 'em to dry out... 8)

[_leon_ 0]

thanks for the help - got things set up now so engines coming out tomorrow. :)

[CaiosG60 PWR 0]

Leon if you need anything let me know and I'll sort you a decent corrado forum discount.

[GazzaG60 0]

get somebody to do the head for you. for what it costs its easier and not a lot in it cost wise. no need to use a specialist in vw. just a good engine shop.

 

if you are putting in pistons and rings you will need at least a hone on the block too. otherwise compression will suffer as the rings wont bed in.

 

lots of spanners and sockets.

 

torque wrench.

 

if you are not used to it get a magnifer to inspect the crank and bores. then you will at least know whats in front of you.

 

12 point star for the headbolts.

[CaiosG60 PWR 0]

Sykes-Pickavant Cylinder Hone Stuff

[_leon_ 0]

thanks again guys - i wont be touching the head since its almost 'new'. a local engineering shop will be checking over the block, pistons and crank - also the head to make sure its straight. In addition they'll be doing the cleaning, honing, balancing of everything plus some strengthening of the crank. That way I'll know if i need it ground and need oversized bearings. I'll just be doing the assembly!

 

Good call about the head bolts!

 

:)