Spun a bearing what to do.........

[Vtec_Killer]

So I spun a rod bearing, I'm now trying to decide whether to fix it, (car has 170,000 on original motor) or rebuild the 6 bolt I have in my parts car that has a blown head gasket. That motor has 180,000 miles on it. Oh and this is my daily driver so I need to make a decision soon. Suggestion, comments would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

[Pure92TSi]

Go with the rebuild and start fresh.

 

[hereitcomes]

If you plan on going with a rebuild...which at the moment seems like your best option with either of the vehicles...It is the right path to go and if done correctly the wise choice. I would go with a fresh rebuild and make sure you replace all worn parts on the motor as well, like alternator, pumps, and pullies. If done right you will have a new-running car and not a lot of problems. good luck man.

 

[OreoTsi]

It really depends how much the cars are worth to you.
I bought a car and put a fair amount of money into it, then i spun a bearing. I had too much time and money in the car at the time to just get rid of it, so I decided to rebuild the motor. Mine only had 110,000 miles though, and now it runs like a top after 3,000 miles. Right now I'm actually in the process of swapping that into an AWD car.

So it all depends on what you want to use the car for. If the body is in bad shape you might be better off just finding a new one. But then again, you run this risk of having that motor crap out on you also. Good Luck.

 

[Quasimondo]

Rebuild to stock. If the budget allows, go for a set of 2G pistons (higher compression). With 180K, I'd recommend having the cylinders bored out so you know you're getting a good seal. If you're not going crazy with boost, you can throw a stock head gasket back on, but go with ARP head studs no matter what.

 

[wingzgsx]

I would rebuild your spare 6-bolt and stuff it with goodies if funds allowed. Otherwise , just do a OEM rebuild but with a Mitsu MLS headgasket and ARP studs. Being that it's your daily driver, you're probably not planning for extreme rebuild.

Good luck.

 

[Vtec_Killer]

I would rebuild your spare 6-bolt and stuff it with goodies if funds allowed. Otherwise , just do a OEM rebuild but with a Mitsu MLS headgasket and ARP studs. Being that it's your daily driver, you're probably not planning for extreme rebuild.

Good luck.

I am going to do just that. Im just doing a plain rebuild on my 7bolt and rebuild my 6bolt with aftermarket pistons, rods, cams, ect. I have a friend that works in a machine shop and he is going to help me out/supervise. Then when I get the 6bolt completley done Im going to install it over a weekend when I have the time and extra help. Thanks everyone.

 

[titogs95]

I would rebuild your spare 6-bolt and stuff it with goodies if funds allowed. Otherwise , just do a OEM rebuild but with a Mitsu MLS headgasket and ARP studs. Being that it's your daily driver, you're probably not planning for extreme rebuild.

Good luck.

Agree.
I would just fix the Spunned rod bearing, just to fix that little problem and be nice with the car. because it is your Daily Driver car. And you need a car ASAP.... try to reuse your parts blah blah..

Aside build the 6bolt block and do whatever your wallet allow you to do.....
when it is time you can swap blocks.....

 

[Vtec_Killer]

I can get to it easiest if I drop the oil pan right? Or is there a easier way.

 

[Quasimondo]

Dropping the oil pan can be a bi*** if you don't remove the driver's side crossmember, and you still might have to do a rebuild if there's too much damage to the connecting rod.

 

[Vtec_Killer]

Well I'm gonna try and just replace the bearings, hopefully I didn't damage the rod too badly. I have access to a heated garage with a lift so I'm not really worried about the cross member and oil pan but now I'm worried about the damaged rod. Wish me luck and I'll keep you guys posted.

 

[wingzgsx]

Well I'm gonna try and just replace the bearings, hopefully I didn't damage the rod too badly. I have access to a heated garage with a lift so I'm not really worried about the cross member and oil pan but now I'm worried about the damaged rod. Wish me luck and I'll keep you guys posted.

Accessing through the oil pan would be the quickest IF you can get away with just replacing bearings. If the rods have to be replace, might as well pull the head and replace the following: affected rod(s), new oem rings ($100), Mitsu MLS headgasket, either ARP or stock studs if they haven't stretched out of spec.

Good luck.. hope the bearings haven't done too much damage. When mine spun, I had to do a complete rebuild on the motor AND turbo b/c of the fine metal debris messing everything up.

 

[gsxtacy]

hate to be the bearer of worse news ..........7 bolt cranks don't like spun bearings, and if damaged beyond spec are not turnable. = no likey machine work. (the hardness is VERY shallow)

Build the 6 bolt, pitch the 7 bolt short block in the dumpster behind Mickey D's after removing the 2g pistons and oil pan. (someone needs THAT stuff)

Best of luck?

gsxtacy