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I’m almost right in the middle of the US. A 200di would actually be perfect. But wow those engines are pricey now. Though rebuilding the 2.25 isnt cheap either. Already up to around $2800 just in parts (not purchased yet). It has me...

Looks like you may be right. Lots of evidence inside the block, including more JB weld, a nice gouge in the crank and something dented and scraped the upper portion of the sump. All the con rods have too much end play, can hear them move when I...

Thanks for this. I’m not that familiar with the engines and read about the “typical” area where these blocks crack. Had no idea if it was near the water jacket or not.

Well, thank you anyway.

I was thinking the same thing about the chain. I haven’t pulled the pistons or crankshaft yet. Hopefully Friday or Saturday. Btw, if you are the Kermit from YouTube, I really appreciated your build videos for Kermit. Extremely helpful to me...

I have a 79 Series 3/Santana I’m working on. Discovered the block was welded sometime in its past. Looking for help understanding the numbers on the block. Also, it’s clear the engine got very hot at some point in this past, possibly what led...