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16-01-2007, 07:04 PM | #1 | ||
Formerly eawags
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From what i read this will work as my car has done 270k and is cheaper for a wreckers bottom end than rebuild.
What will the compression be''Anything to watch for?
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16-01-2007, 07:08 PM | #2 | ||
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if your not decking the block or head with an au gasket it should be fine. u can get away with a 20-40 thou off the head/block but wouldnt go much higher.
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17-01-2007, 01:57 PM | #3 | ||
Formerly eawags
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What happens with the power steer tensioner and running the water pump/clutch fan?
A std AU bottom end is identical to an AU XR6 one isnt it?
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17-01-2007, 02:11 PM | #4 | ||
Oops, I slipped....
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Have a look at this thread, it answers your questions, and is also a sticky in the E-Series technical area.....
http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=74982
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18-01-2007, 09:39 AM | #5 | ||
Formerly eawags
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Read all that. People say one thing then others say something else. Not very good
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