So before I start, I want to say I'm not looking for your opinions on "Oh, screw building a d-series, go b-series."

I'm looking for legitimate answers.

Anyway, I'm a complete noob when it comes to building engine's and rebuilding and what not, so I have this extremely noob question:

My friend had a D16Z6, but blew the bottom (he said he threw a rod, or something, but it didn't go through the block.)

Does this mean that I will not be able to rebuild the motor?

(On a side note, I plan on rebuilding the Z6 for turbo.)

Thanks, in advance.

(And sorry, for being stupid lol.)

 

To salvage or otherwise rebuild a motor depends on the extent of its repairs. All motors can be rebuilt, I've seen some wicked cases. Even if the rod didn't go through the block it is almost guaranteed to have damaged the cylinder wall whereby your only option is to re-sleeve.

Pull the head to see exactly what must be replaced (you'll most likely only leave with a bare block and the crank) and while you're at it inspect the valve chamber too.

But unless you're planning on a fully built turbo D (and no one these days is dumb enough to tell you to go B, assuming you have a good spare D16z6) with upgraded sleeves, bigger pistons, denser rods blah blah, I recommend just buying a complete D block which should only run you a hundred or two.

 

Alright thanks. I appreciate your input.

 

I'm in the same boat as you, I just didn't know the motor that came in the car I purchase was that badly damaged. I actually found a hole in the oil pan with pieces of the rod sticking out of it.

I figured the motor is far beyond any rebuild I am willing to pay for so I am just going to buy a new bottom end and get the head rebuilt and finally throw on a simple turbo kit. No B-series motor for me yet, I need to learn the ins and outs of a single first. Good luck.

 

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