I'm playing with the idea of getting a bigger engine for my mini.(998 currently).

Is it worth saving up and just spending the money for a fully prepped/built engine and having someone install it, or is it cheaper to have a go myself and buy something that needs a reco? Eg Miniparts in Croydon seems to have some for about $1500 as a starting point. (1275 A plus).

I've never attempted anything like this, so will be asking alot of q's if I do it myself. I'm not in a rush to get it into the car, so time is not a factor, but if it's going to save me a grand or more in the long run, then I'd rather give it a go.

Cheers

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Matt

I did half half.

I had someone rebuild the motor, then did the install myself.

Building a motor is an art form and requires some degree of skill.
Installing the motor and its various peripherals is relatively easy wrenching.

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Ryan Filippi
Minis In The Gong
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www.minisinthegong.com.au

hi have just undergone the same process .

i bought a 998 with a bigger crank which takes it out the a 1100 motor
i think if your going to under take something ur self find some one who can over sea ur steps like a ex mechanic or good neighbour who know how to build and take your time and read and ask questions !!


good luck

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Fried Ricer

Theres no black art to building a motor, You just need to measure everything, be meticulously clean and don't cut corners.

There's a very good how to here:
http://www.ausmini.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=67980

Edit: I seem to remember it being a pictorial guide?

Having said that some of the specialist tools like the various micrometers will be expensive to buy for a one of job so unless you can borrow them it might not be economical.