marlyman

Yeah so this engine came out of a 88lx at 160k miles this is just in case im forgeeting something or got the sequence wrong and any tips or timing / torque specs would be greatly appreciated!!

using a FELPRO complete engine gasket set/kit (so all gaskets are installed aswell)
Machine shop bored .030 over, New cam bearings & connectd my connectngrods to pistons
I'm installing freeze plugs myself & wire brushed 4 hours an pressure washed everywhere

________________________put on engine stand upside down_________________________
Install New Stock Crankshaft+main bearings+rearseal
Install New .030 pistons+rings+new rod bearings
Bolt on oilpump oilpan and dipstick

______________________________Flip rightside up_________________________________
Install Cam + lifters+timing chain/gears +cover
Bolt on Heads + pushrods +rocker assembly
Bolt on valve covers prep with tape and paper 2 PAINT engine (thinking blue)
Bolt on lower intake with injectors fuel rails an sensors all attached
Find TDC set valve timing
Drop distributer set timing
Bolt on upper intake
Bolt on all belt assembly (Smog,A/C,PowerSteering,Alternator)
Bolt on Flywheel Clutchplate/assembly
______________________________Drop from stand_________________________________

Bolt on Starter
Bolt on Headers
Bolt on transmission
________________________________Drop into car_________________________________
Connect all wirings an tubing & sensors
Connect Driveshaft
Connect Exhaust (hpipe2catback)
put shifter back on then drive?!!


So did i forget anything? or should i do something before i do the other? & any helpful hints or tips would be much abligged muchO appreciatO

tinman

Oil pump driveshaft has to go in when engine is up side down. Recommend ARP one as factory ones are real cheesy.........