Engine out for oil pump change, what else?

[Rob70]

Hey all,

 

I've decided to pull the engine out of my fg to replace oil pump, seems like the easiest way to get everything cleaned up and sealed again properly.

Only going for around 320 rwkw at the moment with standard turbo but might change it out at later date for a 370ish tune to keep the zf living reasonably happy.

It's probably on here somewhere but any suggestions on what else to address while it's out?

Thinking upgraded flex plate, exhaust manifold studs and new timing chain kit as it's done 120k.

Doing valve springs as well.

Anything else?

 

Cheers.

Edited 20/05/20 11:29 AM by Rob70
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[k31th]

that's about all you need. seems like you've got it sorted

 

I guess you could think about changing the intake or cleaning up it's surfaces etc... but probably nto really worth it.

[Rob70]

Cool as, thanks Keith 

[gaz097]

Forged rods, open up ring end gap

 

Head studs, main studs.

[k31th]

yeah, none of that's needed for his power goals, but I see what you mean

[Rob70]

Haha! Yeah ideal opportunity for all of the above and that's what I'd do if I was after big reliable power but like Keith said, not really needed for my mediocre power goals.

Cheers for the input though 🤙