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What other items should be performed with engine out?

Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 4:17 pm
by MikeKerr
Looks like I am going to be dropping the Northstar out of a GXP to install head studs.

Other than spark plugs- what other items should I like at replacing as a preventative measure while the Northstar engine is out?

Re: What other items should be performed with engine out?

Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 10:36 pm
by CMNTMXR57
Same things you would with any other internal combustion engine.

Re: What other items should be performed with engine out?

Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 11:46 pm
by 00Beast
I'd re-gasket as much of the motor as I could, especially the oil pan and other pieces. The oil pan is pretty notorious for leaking on the N*.

Re: What other items should be performed with engine out?

Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2014 11:51 pm
by CMNTMXR57
Cam covers too. But I would "presume" that would be addressed in the rebuild.

Re: What other items should be performed with engine out?

Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 6:58 am
by RJolly87
Freeze plugs? Or no?

Re: What other items should be performed with engine out?

Posted: Mon Mar 31, 2014 8:15 am
by sethjamesrimrodt
Depending on the milage, I would take a look at your water pump. They aren't much fun, it would be much better with the engine out of the car.