i know theres the manual and s--- but i was wondering from guys that have done the swap what they would recommend for making the engine removal go a little easier. Like should both engine and transaxle be removed or just the engine.
Also a list of things i should do before i drop a new motor in
Clutch
Timing Belt
What else is a must ?
Engine Removal
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MazdaNoob123
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Engine Removal
I still cant find anywhere in the shop manual where it says there should be a 1in hole in the side of the block. (Blown K8) #6 rod thrown through block.
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hgallegos915
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All this is in faq. Ive pulled the engine a good 4 or 5 times. Engine + transmission. I memorized where the connections go so i dont have a prtoblem with vacuums and wiring. The faq says it all. Step by step.
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MX-3 w/ curved neck millenia klde, boosted @ 5 psi. /bov and wastegate are good!/ nitto drag radial/ gutted interior/ millenia red top injectors, vortech fmu/aem wideband/ all bolts ons/ Car put together 100% by me. Mechanic? who needs a mechanic? ew.. real men work on their own cars!
MX-3 w/ curved neck millenia klde, boosted @ 5 psi. /bov and wastegate are good!/ nitto drag radial/ gutted interior/ millenia red top injectors, vortech fmu/aem wideband/ all bolts ons/ Car put together 100% by me. Mechanic? who needs a mechanic? ew.. real men work on their own cars!
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bmwm3guy
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Pulling the motor for a K series is rediculously easy. Disconnect the wiring harness, loosen mounts, pull axels out, disconnect exhaust mani's, attach engine lift, remove mount bolts and pull!
Things to change... Well I would suggest changing the water pump, timing belt and tensionner, clutch (especially if you're upgrading to a DE or a ZE), exhaust gaskets and fluids. There is tons of info on this board, just start practicing with the search function
Things to change... Well I would suggest changing the water pump, timing belt and tensionner, clutch (especially if you're upgrading to a DE or a ZE), exhaust gaskets and fluids. There is tons of info on this board, just start practicing with the search function
