Engine: Tear down and inspection.

So we have our engine on the stand. All in all, it looks clean and good but there is a lot of equipment that we don't need.

This is where we started on the exhaust side, and this is where we ended.

There is still some teardown to do, and you'll notice that there is a very noticeable problem in this picture. Also, note that the power steering and A/C pumps are now gone.

The turbocharger to manifold T28 flange is cracked. In fact, the studs are bent on the rear side too. meaning the manifold might be slagged as well. The plan was always to put a bigger/more efficient turbo on any way, but this means it will have to be done before the car is started. I had hoped to run the original turbo until I knew everything worked as designed.

The intake side before.

And, after.

The upper intake plenum is now gone, and will be replaced with a front facing plenum to shorten intercooler piping. The entire wiring harness is off and ready for trimming.

So far, I think we have a lightly used engine. The clutch is almost new.

Next? Pull the spark plug covers, ignition coils and spark plugs. Remove valve covers and check out the valve train. Remove the oil pan and ship it off for sump fabrication.

Check in after the valve covers are off.