help assembbling 911t los angeles

[56 nomad]

hi,
i am not looking for free help and want to learn a little more so please dont tell me to bring it to the shop nothing wrong with that but want to be able to wrench on this as much as i can so i can have the satisfaction many of you have building it yourself....

i am getting ready to do the top end on my 71 911t but am worried about installing cams chains etc.. i have done a lot of chevrolet motors and tranny's but only regular maintenance on my 911's. so familiar with a lot of stuff but know enough to realize i am in over my head on some things.

when i get into it are there any pelicans with expertise in west l.a. that might interested in giving me a hand putting it back together....i will be pulling motor getting machine work done etc. et.
of course will pay for your help..not in a rush want to do it right.

just a thought, thanks ben pm is best

[boyt911sc]

Originally Posted by 56 nomad

hi,
i am not looking for free help and want to learn a little more so please dont tell me to bring it to the shop nothing wrong with that but want to be able to wrench on this as much as i can so i can have the satisfaction many of you have building it yourself....

i am getting ready to do the top end on my 71 911t but am worried about installing cams chains etc.. i have done a lot of chevrolet motors and tranny's but only regular maintenance on my 911's. so familiar with a lot of stuff but know enough to realize i am in over my head on some things.

when i get into it are there any pelicans with expertise in west l.a. that might interested in giving me a hand putting it back together....i will be pulling motor getting machine work done etc. et.
of course will pay for your help..not in a rush want to do it right.

just a thought, thanks ben pm is best

Ben,

It would be nice to have someone look over your shoulder during your very first 911 engine rebuild. I know how someone feels doing his very first engine teardown and assembly. The fear, anxiety, of the unknown is what you are now experiencing. I was in similar situation until I developed a buddy system. A buddy system is someone you could call and ask for help or advise. Someone you are comfortable to seek advise. It would take a few engine rebuilds to get comfortable. There are many experience engine rebuilders in this forum willing to assist DIY'ers like you or me whether they live near you or not. I was fortunate to have mentors (professional engine rebuilders) answer my emails or phones and share their experience which is priceless. Without their assistance, I won't be able to do the engine rebuilds that I have done with ease and confidence in the past.

Last year (2011) I did three (3) engine rebuilds. Two (2) top and bottom rebuilds and one (1) top end. I was getting better and proficient each time. But still getting some moments of uncertainty during the process. Posting in the forum helps too. And hearing the advises from these mentors will give you confidence in your work.

This was the 3.0 liter CIS SC engine owned by a Pelican member for top and bottom rebuild:


This is the picture as of today and more work still ahead: From CIS with 8.5:1 CR to 10.3:1 CR, twin plug, TEC-3R, Web Cam (grind #:171e/149e), TWM ITB, electronic fuel injection, etc.


Never done any engine rebuild before until I found this forum and communicated with these members (engine rebuild mentors). My mentors reside in SC and FL while I live PA. I like to meet them in person someday.

Tony

[James Brown]

well in this modern world we live in, and this forum, we can talk you through it just like someone was there. need a good camera and a computer next to the engine (so you don't track dirt in the house) and lets go for it. you could be talking to the best engine builders in the business! you need a few tools but thats about it. several people have done this in the past and you can do it also.

[56 nomad]

tony and boyd,
thanks for the words of encouragement , i am the second owner of this old 71 and it needs a little tlc it has s trim and sprts seat a few ding ans dents and 80% original paint, so i want to perseve this old car.
know the internet and skype are great and offer reassurance when needed but i would still like someone near to lend a hand...i know there are a lot of pelicans here in l.a. so still hoping to link up with some one willing to lend a hand....otherwise i will be emailing the 2 of you for advice..get your skype cams ready.
anyone in west l.a. or so cal willing to lend a hand if i need it?
thanks , ben

[boyt911sc]

Ben,

Drop the engine. After you have done it and have the engine on a stand......you have crossed the critical stage. The rest will come natural. From my experience:
1). Take as many pictures as you could at different stages of removal and disassembly. I didn't have a digital camera during my first engine drop and relied on sketches and notes. Never heard of Pelican Forum in mid 90's.
2). Use zip lock plastic bags and label each bag. Bag parts accordingly.
3). Set-up the car for engine drop accordingly. Be safe and take your time.
4). Have someone around while you drop the engine or find someone to be your assistant/helper during the initial process.
5). Use a secondary protection against car shifting or accidentally dropping down. I suggest to place a solid block under the car (just in case...) like a spare tire unless you are using a hydraulic lift.
6). Have your contact/s' telephone numbers available.

And WELCOME to the club!!!!!!!! I'll be more than happy to extend some help to you plus the experience and wisdom of my mentors too. Keep us posted.

Tony

[911pcars]

You might also want to visit early911sregistry.org for more early 911 assistance.

I'm in So Cal, but not near the west side. Since you're there, you know the trek to elsewhere can be arduous. Let me know if I can answer your question(s).

Sherwood