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[Ecotec] Engine rebuild

Discussion in 'V6 Development And Modification' started by Trikky, Jul 31, 2011.

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    Trikky

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    I am starting to rebuild an ecotec for my VS and just after some ideas for places to get my machine work done, block/crank etc. either Sydney/Central Coast or Newcastle since I live on the central coast at a reasonable price. Also a good place for pistons/rings/bearings & cam

    Not building anything wild just a mild everyday streeter with slightly raised compression to make better use of the LPG injection that I am running
     
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    zzp or intense easy america is the way to go :D
     
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    Ok nearly got al the parts sorted, Steve from MACE has been a huge help

    Does anyone know who either in Sydney or Newcastle area's can balance a V6 crank? as so far I have drawn a blank everyone I have spoken to goes nah only got the gear to do V8 cranks
     
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    Ive used these guys, they were quite helpful when they did some work for me - KC'S Dynamic Engine Balancing & Head Servicing
     
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    Trikky

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    cheers will give them a call tomorrow
     
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    FYI full gasket set $284, Piston set $237, Head bolt kit $38
     
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    Thanks

    just trying to source a couple of conrods now as 2 were still oversize even after being closed twice
    Wreckers these days only want to sell a complete motor so the only thing stopping the rebuild and a full rebuild on an auto as well while I am at it
     
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    I have a set of H beam rods for $1000. I know its expensive as they're custom made...
     
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    thanks mate but they will be way overkill as no boost is planned and will also blow my budget beyond what I can do

    Will just have to keep looking around for some
     
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    And you didn't ask if I had any Chris, for shame LOL :p

    I have some standard ones kicking about if of interest

    Cheers,
    Steve
     
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    yeah yeah I know serves me right I hear you say

    you have a PM Steve
     
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