Hi All
I've gradually been upgrading my pre facelift EP3 since I purchased it back in 2017. It's been a bit of a project car and is a great example in good condition with all servicing carried out on time, currently sitting at just over 80k. As of early 2020 I had undertaken the following mods:
- M Factory LSD Fitted at Area Motorsport
- Area Motorsport Track Yellow Speed Coilovers Fitted/Set Up
- New Genuine Honda Backbox
- New front calipers, discs all round, Pads all round and upgraded brake hoses with RBF 600 fitted
- Front LCAs polybushed, new track rod ends, shortened steering arms fitted
- Federal 595RSR Tyres
- Factory immobiliser reconditioned
- Front/Rear bumpers resprayed due to lacquer peel
- All wheels refurbed
- Eibach 15mm Spacers
I've used the car on a few track days and after getting the car set up with new coilovers and the LSD as well as a service with new engine oil, I took it on a track day at Cadwell park only to end up with a knocking engine by the end of the session. Suspected cause is that I didn't have a baffled sump fitted beforehand (I was unaware of the need for this until it was too late). I have had Area Motorsport have a quick look and they believe it is the little ends knocking.
So, to cut to the chase, how difficult is it to do a DIY rebuild on the engine? I have to say I'm no expert and have no experience working on engines, which I appreciate sounds like a recipe for disaster. However, my logic is that if I need a new engine anyway, is now not the time to give it a whirl and try and get some experience? Worst case is I buy another engine and get it fitted.
Appreciate any thoughts, especially if there is a good guide out there. I have a decent work space in my garage so can happily tinker away in evenings, even if it is just removing and replacing parts to build up my knowledge.
Thanks
Sean
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