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Old 28th October 2011, 03:39 PM
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Cheers for the info Rob

I might be able to cross reference the con-rod part numbers when I turn the block over & pull the pistons, I believe the injection engine had slightly stronger rods.

To be honest, so far the only semi-serious wear I have found is on the big end shells, slightly scuffed & the big end crank journals showing minor wear accordingly.

If it was only for a run about, I would simply treat the bottom end to a new set of rings, new mains, new big ends & light hone.
Run the head as is because there is nothing wrong in that department that a quick re-lap of the valves wouldn't cure.

The master plan at the moment is to have the block bored out to 93mm ( 2.1 conversion )
Full crank re-grind & fit HD bearings.
Convert the head to unleaded ( If needed )
Fit a full Kent FR32 fast road cam.
Source more suitable exhaust manifold.

As for fuelling, see how the Webber twin choke performs first then go from there.

Will it all be worth it !!?? Probably not but that's the way Junior is set on going & if I am honest, just about as much work as I can handle at this moment of time

On the subject of the 2.1 conversion, has anyone heard of TOTO pistons ??

I can get a set of TOTO pistons for about £80 cheaper than AE ones.
Just don't want to buy a pile of crap just to save a few pounds.

Thanks for your input guys
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