Date:         Sun, 22 Sep 2002 10:36:41 -0400
Reply-To:     Curt Lewis <curtis-l-lewis@CFL.RR.COM>
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From:         Curt Lewis <curtis-l-lewis@CFL.RR.COM>
Subject:      85 GL 1.9L Engine Rebuild Qs?
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Hello All,

I have a few questions for doing my 1st engine rebuild.  The vehicle/engine
that this is going to be performed on has 184,XXX miles.   I am planning on
buying all new or rebuilt parts, everything except crankshaft and
crankcase....that is if they check out okay.  That being the case and after
having the crankcase dipped, what all do I need a machinist to check and/or
test on the crankcase and crankshaft, if anything?

Does anyone know of a good engine machinist in the Palm Bay/Melbourne
Florida area?  I would be willing to go as far as Orlando if need be.

What are the concerns of buying rebuilt heads over new heads?

I'm planning on buying from either Volks Cafe, Bus Depot or both, any
comments on either one of these?

Any thoughts or help on the this will be appreciated.  I know I have more
questions, but can't think of them.  I'm sure I'll remember all of them as
soon as I hit send.   Please feel free to send responses to the list or my
pmail.

Have a good day!

Curt,
Mandi
and Saddie (the dog who commands the van...pitiful I know!!)