M4RKG

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Just wondering if someone who has done this could give a breakdown of whats involved - the more detailed the better

Thanks

banny sti

iTrader: (68)

The newage block

v3 sti heads

all your ancilliaries

I cant remember exactly but I think you will need 1.1mm heads gaskets to get the correct comp ratio

Then bolt all together can either use standard headbolts (buy new) or aftermarket headstuds

That is pretty much it

M4RKG

iTrader: (22)

Cheers Banny,

Its a v3 Type R and standard... Would it require a remap?

Is there anything else worth changing/uprating whilst the engines apart?

banny sti

iTrader: (68)

Yep I would defo remap it as the combo will throw the map out to some extent, depends how far you're going with the car and what the intended use is?

One thing I would potentially consider on the head side is to uprate the valves to single piece items for peace of mind

M4RKG

iTrader: (22)

Well the bottom end has started knocking, so decided to put a bit of money into her, change/rebuild the engine and up the power... Hopefully to around 380-400bhp, so a remap was always on the cards.

Just trying to decide on exact route i'm going to take as the gearbox will also need changing at some point no doubt.

banny sti

iTrader: (68)

For that power level you should be fine with the standard valves but if shes a keeper id do them just for peace of mind. Of course over 350bhp the gearbox is on borrowed time, good luck with the build as it is a really good setup and at 400bhp right in its sweet spot of reliability

M4RKG

iTrader: (22)

Banny - Should I be considering a new oil and water pump in my plans, or should they be good?

ScottyPPP

I'd replace the oil pump if your bearings have gone.

banny sti

iTrader: (68)

I would defo replace them on a fresh build, cover as many bases as you can whilst building to give you that extra peace of mind

M4RKG

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Cheers