Engine in or engine out?

Re: Engine in or engine out? (5SGTE)

Fri, 04 Jul 2014 14:58:33 GMT

Can be done in the car as others have said. I would personally take the engine out and would think about a clutch kit at the same time if yours is unknown simply for the peace of mind esp if keeping the car.

Re: Engine in or engine out? (thomas108)

Fri, 04 Jul 2014 10:50:47 GMT

Was going to do what I could myself.

Re: Engine in or engine out? (Reddtarga)

Fri, 04 Jul 2014 09:36:07 GMT

Do you intend to do it yourself?

Either NA or turbo, can be done in the car.
Check out:
http://www.mrtwo.net/mr2modproject/service/timingbelt/timingbelt.htm

Also note that Gen 2 timing belts are different to Gen 3 belts that have one extra tooth.

Re: Engine in or engine out? (Eric)

Fri, 04 Jul 2014 05:54:52 GMT

Engine out is a lot easier.
Drop the whole rear subframe, suspension and engine +gearbox as one :)

Engine in or engine out? (thomas108)

Thu, 03 Jul 2014 23:41:35 GMT

91 sw20, done 112,000km. To change the engine seals, water pump, timing belt, timing belt tensioner, does the engine need to be out? Is there anything else I should do at the same time? It's my first MR2 so I'm learning as I go, performance isn't a huge issue, happy to keep the car stock. Appreciate advice?