Re: Help 4kq engine repl.

[harrison <hsapir@multiverse.com>]

While you are in there with the engine out, check the condition (or just
replace new) the clutch master cylander. I put three of these things on my 84.
I guess it is a common problem. It's a pain in the neck, and much easier with
the engine out.

harrison

Doyt W. Echelberger wrote:

> You all helped me get my 86 4kq out of the flood waters here in Ohio, a
> little more than a week ago. Now I have a damage report and some options.
> All 5 rods are bent, and a used engine is on the way.Told the mechanic to
> put in a new clutch, timing belt and water pump while the replacement
> engine was on his shopfloor, and to change the brushes in the alternator
> when he switch mine to the replacement. Starter was toast, and used one is
> going in.
>
> Any ideas about what to do other than the above? We checked engine mounts
> and they are OK. Mentioned subframe bushings prior to reassembly. Coolant
> hoses will get checked also.Trying to think of all the other stuff that
> runs up labor costs that could be done now and be included in the cost of
> switching engines.
>
> That's the reason for this post. Many of you have BTDT.
>
> So share that experience _now_ and help me get this done better than I
> could do it myself. P-mail or post to the list if you think anybody else
> would benefit. The car is up on a hoist and the engine is out, and the
> replacement will go in sometime this week. TIA.
>
> Doyt Echelberger
> 86 4kcsq
> 87 5kcstq