drummie 0 Posted September 3, 2006 Report Share Posted September 3, 2006 Hi there.Been a member here for a year or so but am pretty quiet. just read stuff mostly because I don't know much. But i've got a question that maybe someone can help me with. I have a reconditioned VR6 engine that is totally in bits. I had the head and bottom end done earlier this year and was gonna get the engine put in my car but i need someone to rebuild the engine for me. I was going to do it myself as I took it to bits but with serious lack of time and an even more serious lack of knowledge(!) i'm trying to find someone who would come recommended to do this work, then i will get my usual garage to fit it for me. Does anyone here have any contacts in the manchester/northwest area? Any help would be great. My car is a 1997 VR6 Highline.Dave. Link to post Share on other sites
bigpol 0 Posted September 6, 2006 Report Share Posted September 6, 2006 i have used a place in warrington before now they do engine machining and rebuilding for porsches aston martins cosworths etc a very respectable company too. give em a ring on 01925 851166 they should be able to help you bud! Link to post Share on other sites
bigpol 0 Posted September 6, 2006 Report Share Posted September 6, 2006 i have used a place in warrington before now they do engine machining and rebuilding for porsches aston martins cosworths etc a very respectable company too. give em a ring on 01925 851166 they should be able to help you bud!oh yeah they are called Headshop uk. Link to post Share on other sites
jaysVR6 2 Posted September 6, 2006 Report Share Posted September 6, 2006 Ah man, I wouldn't even attempt looking at a VR engine on my own without serious equipment and a HUGE garage to do it in, with all the gear.Even the guys that rebuilt my engine managed to snap a piston ring in the process. SLUT of a job! Good luck fella. Link to post Share on other sites
bigpol 0 Posted September 6, 2006 Report Share Posted September 6, 2006 oh yeah make sure they use the vw nylon piston ring compressor tool too its a tw@t of a job without it Link to post Share on other sites
drummie 0 Posted September 18, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2006 Oh dear no. I got someone to do all that stuff already. Bottom-end reconned fully, new rings and shells. No regrind of crank needed! And head done, new valve stem seals etcNow just need it rebuilding properly. Enjoyed taking it to bits but that's as far as my tiny skill level could go.Thx for info, rung headshop but guy was out on a job and not rung me back yet. Will try em again mon.CheersDave. Link to post Share on other sites
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