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If you are going to replace rods/pistons you may as well find a shagged complete block like i did for next to nothing. the money you save will be used for all the things you didn't think of replacing such as out of spec worn oil pump, timing components, corroded housings, gaskets, hoses, machining costs and tools etc etc.

Otherwise, pay the 1.5-2k for a long motor and just re-ring it and do bearings and gaskets. you don't need forgies for your goals.

I have found on my build that when you start buying the "good fruit" it just never ends and your budget build escalates so be warned!! On top of the low price of quality components are machining costs which add up.

You pricks over east are blessed with having so many establishments to buy parts. we have bugger all here in the west compared. I had to buy my stroker crank from brisbane because the only hyundai wrecker here told me i had to buy the complete motor!! stooge :x

Good luck with the re-build

Lorry

Wasn't planning on doing much other than the mentioed bearings and rings, also head gasket and bolts, and just a freshen up of the head in general, seals etc. Possibly cams depending on how the budget is going (interest rates pending!

If you're going to pull the motor down anyway, you should seriously consider throwing a set of rods and pistons in it - they're so cheap these days. If you shop around (especially look at the states), you'll be able to get eagle rods and wiseco pistons for under a grand, no problems at all.