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[Dsm4lyfe12]

In no way am i new to the whole motor internal scene but, as have i not cared about my past car this is my baby and my love, "My dsm" (forget the Wife ) So My question is is there any special knowledge i would need to rip apart my whole engine internally and what special tools might i come across, currently im diagnosing my problem as having a whole in the head, so while the block is exposed i would love to throw some evo IX pistons in their. This is a budget build and im wondering what this might cost if i do the labor myself. If anyone could go in a step by step and answer all of my quests that would be great.

 

[2GbTalonGuy]

The only "special" tool I needed was was a puller to get the crank pulley off. Other than that, you just need a basic set of sockets and a rachet.

 

[AlaskanDsm]

Yea for the most part just a 1/2 and 3/8 set of ratchet tools, lots of baggies for bolts with a sharpie to label them, Good torque wrench, and you should be set. not to mention that handy dandy service manual (Haynes or Chilton)

 

[knochgoon24]

If you're putting new pistons in, you'll want to check the cylinder for roundness. If it's still within spec, then all you'll need is a device to hone the cylinder so the new rings will seat.

 

[2GbTalonGuy]

Oh, I forgot, you may want a couple cases of beer handy too.

 

[1990AWD]

good set of metric sockets and wrenches

screwdrivers

3/8" and 1-2" torque wrenches
Haynes or Chilton manual

jack and jack stands

rtv, silicone, etc.

that's all I can think right now

 

[dsmrollerz90]

Impact gun, for your flywheel.

Other than that, Me and m y buddy took apart a complete motor in 30min. All that was left were the valves and springs.

HAHA have fun and post pics of the tear down.

Good Luck!!

 

[2GbTalonGuy]

I read in another thread you can wedge a block of wood between the engine block and the crank use a breaker bar to get the crank bolt out.

 

[crash89]

^^ This works! Done that numerous times being as I dont have an air compressor!!