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Lotus Europa Forums => Off Topic Subjects => Topic started by: dakazman on Friday,April 04, 2025, 05:53:29 PM
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How deep should I go into an engine that has 185k miles on it? I pulled the engine for overheating and oil leaks from the backside of the engine. No burning oil or smoke.
I noticed I can buy an overhaul kit which includes piston rings bearing gaskets timing gears and guides and tensioner for $469. Available std 10- 20 or 30 over. 2.4L 16 valve 2014 engine.
Do you think it’s overkill to do the pistons and rings? There is no ridge in the liners. I’ll pull the valves and check them .
Pulling the head was a learning process having T55 torx bit bolts down 2” into head so I had to purchase a 6”. 1/2 drive to break the heavily torqued bolts.
Dakazman
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Just Hone and re-ring?
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Cazman, ( great name btw)
That’s what I was thinking 👍👍. New bearings too.
Dakazman
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LOL