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Originally Posted by speeder
I've only rebuilt one 911 engine, (my own), but I would not trust someone else to do it unless they had one hell of a reputation.
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I am referring to names like Wayne Dempsey (our gracious host here), Steve Weiner (Rennsport), Tom Amon (Mobile Works West), Jeff Gamroth (Rothsport Racing), Bruce Elsworth (Klubsport Racing), and a few others.
Rebuilding a 911 engine can be a tricky undertaking, unless you are a seasoned engine builder. There are lots of tricks and details in disassembling and reassembling a 911 motor, and Porsche 911 motors have very specific tolerance and torque settings. I have been tempted to do it myself a few times, but due to the importance of retaining matching numbers, and the cost making even one small critical mistake, I always chose to leave it with a seasoned mechanic. If it were a 914 or VW 4 cylinder motor, I would not even hesitate to do it myself.
You are brave soul, unless you are a mechanic, or have a PHD in automotive engineering.