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06 September 2010, 05:25 PM
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re-build advice
im close to getting my 02 wrx engine re-built nearly got the funds 
going to replace the clutch with exedy , but would like to know if any of u think its worth doin anythin else while the engines being built ? would really appreciate your help guys cheers
heres a list of what i have already
. pink 550 cc injecters
. vf34 turbo
. full de-cat system , up pipe
. pipercross panel filter
. walbro fuel pump
going to replace the clutch with exedy , but would like to know if any of u think its worth doin anythin else while the engines being built ? would really appreciate your help guys cheers
heres a list of what i have already
. pink 550 cc injecters
. vf34 turbo
. full de-cat system , up pipe
. pipercross panel filter
. walbro fuel pump
06 September 2010, 05:45 PM
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nice mate im jealouse haha
well thought about an engine swap , but been quoted 1680 to re-build mine with 5 years warranty which im quite keen on for piece of mind !
i would imagine a 2.5 to be a bit more than that is it ? is it straight forward swap ?
well thought about an engine swap , but been quoted 1680 to re-build mine with 5 years warranty which im quite keen on for piece of mind !
i would imagine a 2.5 to be a bit more than that is it ? is it straight forward swap ?
06 September 2010, 06:33 PM
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who's doing the build?
06 September 2010, 07:16 PM
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i dont mean to put a dampener on it, but i would extremely wary of any place that offers a 5year warrenty on a rebuilt engine, i suggest you remember the name of the place and do a good search on the internet before you part with you hard earned.
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06 September 2010, 07:42 PM
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50 mechanics working, Blimey !! .................Last time I was API there were 5 techs working there and they do a LOT of engine work.
Tell me it's not SMR .
Shaun
Tell me it's not SMR .
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06 September 2010, 07:46 PM
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06 September 2010, 09:53 PM
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I didn't use them for mine but have heard good things about Area 51/Scooby mania's 2.5 deal of fitted drive in drive out for 2550!
My engine was built by Andy Williams Motorsport - he often has engines etc. on eBay and will do an exchange deal or even remove/refit for around £350!
e.g:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Impreza-ej20-w...a#ht_851wt_911
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/wms-deals4u
My engine was built by Andy Williams Motorsport - he often has engines etc. on eBay and will do an exchange deal or even remove/refit for around £350!
e.g:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Impreza-ej20-w...a#ht_851wt_911
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/wms-deals4u
06 September 2010, 10:32 PM
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but i would say literally 25-30 its a huge place ! very tidy workshop got good impressions from the place . but i know what u mean about being careful ,its taken me a long time to get the money and needs to be done right ! im not gonna jump at it without researchin abit further ! cheers for your advice
06 September 2010, 10:56 PM
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You still havn't mentioned who you are thinking of to do your re-build .. as I mentioned please don't say it's SMR or one of it's many guises
My Geography is terrible but how near is this guy (Len Carlyon) ?
http://www.subaru4you.co.uk/
Shaun
You still havn't mentioned who you are thinking of to do your re-build .. as I mentioned please don't say it's SMR or one of it's many guises
My Geography is terrible but how near is this guy (Len Carlyon) ?
http://www.subaru4you.co.uk/
Shaun
07 September 2010, 12:04 AM
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InitialD
You still havn't mentioned who you are thinking of to do your re-build .. as I mentioned please don't say it's SMR or one of it's many guises
My Geography is terrible but how near is this guy (Len Carlyon) ?
http://www.subaru4you.co.uk/
Shaun
You still havn't mentioned who you are thinking of to do your re-build .. as I mentioned please don't say it's SMR or one of it's many guises
My Geography is terrible but how near is this guy (Len Carlyon) ?
http://www.subaru4you.co.uk/
Shaun
i know its not smr just done a bit of research on them
been a bit of a nightmare to say the least havent they !!i hate trusting people wiv this much money lol
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It does, of course, depend on how much work needs to be done, but I wouldn't be expecting much change from 2.5k for a rebuild back to std.
I know that's not what you want to hear, but with engine builds, it's definitely a case of get the job done right first time, pay once! Might be worth speaking to David at APi.
Good luck, mate!
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07 September 2010, 11:01 AM
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Find out their name and talk to Trading standards quickly. The 5 year warranty is useless.
Have a read of http://www.apiengines.com/cust_ser.php
Hayes / Hounslow, West London is deep in bandit territory for engine repair companies. Most of them are connected in some way to ' Heathrow Engine Centre ' who make SMR look like honest skilful technicians...................
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Have a read of http://www.apiengines.com/cust_ser.php
Hayes / Hounslow, West London is deep in bandit territory for engine repair companies. Most of them are connected in some way to ' Heathrow Engine Centre ' who make SMR look like honest skilful technicians...................
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08 September 2010, 11:20 PM
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so i took it bk to stuart ,he took it for a spin and straight away said no doubt about it piston ring failure i know he knows a thing or to about scoobs to say the least and have taken his word for it ! as for the uprated oil pump and modine ?? why ?
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Find out their name and talk to Trading standards quickly. The 5 year warranty is useless.
Have a read of http://www.apiengines.com/cust_ser.php
Hayes / Hounslow, West London is deep in bandit territory for engine repair companies. Most of them are connected in some way to ' Heathrow Engine Centre ' who make SMR look like honest skilful technicians...................
David APi
Have a read of http://www.apiengines.com/cust_ser.php
Hayes / Hounslow, West London is deep in bandit territory for engine repair companies. Most of them are connected in some way to ' Heathrow Engine Centre ' who make SMR look like honest skilful technicians...................
David APi
seriously feelin a bit lost now to be honest as thought i was gonna be rollin about soon in my scoob but big thanks david you know your stuff
09 September 2010, 07:44 AM
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Isn't a 2.5 short block around 1500 on it's own ?
Regarding rebuilds, from the respected companies on this forum, assuming all the work and recommendations are carried out (oil/fuel pumps, injectors, mapping, etc) by one place, what is realistic in terms of aftersales care ?
Would it just be parts failure ? (given usual caveats about wear and tear and track use)
Regarding rebuilds, from the respected companies on this forum, assuming all the work and recommendations are carried out (oil/fuel pumps, injectors, mapping, etc) by one place, what is realistic in terms of aftersales care ?
Would it just be parts failure ? (given usual caveats about wear and tear and track use)
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mate looks like uve done me a favour just done research on heathrow engines and nothin but complaints and even been on watch dog !! i first got in contact with the company that "was" gonna do my engine through a website reconditioned engines . com which turns out to be in connection wiv heathrow engines !!! seriously feelin a bit lost now to be honest as thought i was gonna be rollin about soon in my scoob but big thanks david you know your stuff
seriously feelin a bit lost now to be honest as thought i was gonna be rollin about soon in my scoob but big thanks david you know your stuff
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Score one for the good guys
I am out today back tomorrow, if you want to call and let me talk you through what l can do for you.
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I am out today back tomorrow, if you want to call and let me talk you through what l can do for you.
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only problem is i cant deliver the car as u quite a distance . do u offer a collection service i live in surrey which i suppose is a couple of hours away !!!
