How to rebuild an engine

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(Deciding on an engine)
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=== Deciding what machine work to do ===
 
=== Deciding what machine work to do ===
What will the engine be used for?
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What will the engine be used for? This will be your determing factor on how much your going to spend. In either case wether it's a stock replacement swap or a race engine theres a couple things that should be done.
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1: Have your block acid dipped so when you put it back together you will have a nice clean block to work with.
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2: Always have it sonic tested, this way you know if the engine block is even worth using.
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3: Have your cylinder walls checked out for roundness, this will prolong the life of your piston rings and life of your engine.
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4: Have them put a frsh hone on your cylinder walls, unless you plan on doing this step yourself.
  
 
==== What to expect to pay for machining work ====
 
==== What to expect to pay for machining work ====

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