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I picked up a '56 TR3 as a failed project from the previous, previous owner that has been sitting in a pile for several years. While I am fine with the body work etc. I have never rebuilt an engine. This one was bought in an unknown state, but to my surprise, it turns nicely and based on when the speedo was removed has about 87000 miles on it.
Since it's out, I will refresh the engine over the winter. I have had two 3's in the past and for this one I am interested in getting it up and running as a strong driver, I will not be showing it and am not interested in sinking huge cash into gaining a few extra HP. So, I would welcome advice on how to approach this. There appears to be a full engine rebuild kit from Rimmer, but no other full kits from the usual suppliers - is this because people just buy the piston kit, gasket kit and head kits separately? Should I do the head while I am at it (I assume yes).
I do think I will go with 87mm as I am not experienced enough to deal with the tweaking that appears to be associated the 89mm. So, if someone could point me generally toward what supplies I will need, I'd appreciate it. I will order them now and do my research as I await goodies to start arriving in the mail,
Cheers,
Kerry
Since it's out, I will refresh the engine over the winter. I have had two 3's in the past and for this one I am interested in getting it up and running as a strong driver, I will not be showing it and am not interested in sinking huge cash into gaining a few extra HP. So, I would welcome advice on how to approach this. There appears to be a full engine rebuild kit from Rimmer, but no other full kits from the usual suppliers - is this because people just buy the piston kit, gasket kit and head kits separately? Should I do the head while I am at it (I assume yes).
I do think I will go with 87mm as I am not experienced enough to deal with the tweaking that appears to be associated the 89mm. So, if someone could point me generally toward what supplies I will need, I'd appreciate it. I will order them now and do my research as I await goodies to start arriving in the mail,
Cheers,
Kerry