83 project engine question
 

I have an 83 944 NA that im working on.

It has a head gasket problem and high milage. I pulled it with the intention of rebuilding, however, I came across a used one that was claimed to have 25K miles since a rebuild and took my chances. Now, im not so sure about the 25K miles claim.

My question is what should I check and/or do to it before I install it into the car.

I have a video:
https://youtu.be/bzoYpUDQOYY

Thanks,
Dave

Engine-out reseal, water pump, belts, rollers, is expensive. Been there done that. One thing you can do for no money is to flip that engine over and remove the oil pan. Go to
Clark's Garage Home Page check out the manual, and look up the removal process. You'll have to replace the gasket which looked bad in your video. Remove the rod bearing caps per the instructions, and inspect the rod bearings. If they look clean, then the engine might be as advertised. If scratched or worn down to the aluminum/copper, not so much. Engine Crankshaft Bearings

Read the engine related tasks on Clarks before opening up that engine for anything else after the rod bearing inspection.

And inspect the oil pickup pipe for soundness whilst you have the sump off; they have a nasty habit of cracking

Thank you. this helps.
I'll check the bearing and oil pickup.

Hi, Dave. I recently purchased a 1988 924S, inside the owners manual I found a PCA member card with the name David Gilmore. I came across your post and thought what the heck I should ask maybe this is one of the owners. Could this possibly be you?

Thanks




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David Gilmore? He's british, I bet he would have a new Jag, or Astin Martin, even a TVR before he bought a 924-944!LOL!:D

Also do compression-check on engine. Should give a clue as to whether it was rebuilt.

Don't just look at the rod-bearings, measure their clearance. If towards the high-end of wear, replace them.

i have a 944 n/a tryN to put on header. cat gone, what do i do when the O2 plug? no hole in header.. will in act up with the ECU? with out a tune.

Sorry, no me

The rod bearings look a little worn, but not bad. Since I have it apart, why not just replace them (right?). I'll order new ones.

Im pretty sure i just watched your video last night on removing the 944 engine.. its going to be helpful whenever i finally get around with my LS swap. Thank you very informitive!