1.8t build guides (forging the engine)

[Scotty_b]

I’ve deceived to forge my own engine after being let down but before I commit is there any good written or video step by step guides I could look at?

I’ve got rods and exhaust values (head will be sent off) but may need to get some new tools (rather buy them then pay someone). Car will have an AET 380 turbo fitted but iam tempted to scrap that and go for a garret 660 (as there’s a better choice of manifold over the China fold) if I can keep the build costs down (don’t want to cut corners).


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[Rich.T]

I cant help but a comprehensive build thread with loads of pix would be good.
Id love to forge my engine but dont have the facilities.
Good luck with it.
Rich

 

[Connor H]

check out decimal tenths on YT

 

[mty12345]

I’ve deceived to forge my own engine after being let down but before I commit is there any good written or video step by step guides I could look at?

I’ve got rods and exhaust values (head will be sent off) but may need to get some new tools (rather buy them then pay someone). Car will have an AET 380 turbo fitted but iam tempted to scrap that and go for a garret 660 (as there’s a better choice of manifold over the China fold) if I can keep the build costs down (don’t want to cut corners).


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Loads of 1.8t vids on youtube mate

 

[Manic172]

As Connor said. Have a look at decimal tenths . They do a complete build from empty block. And start by telling you how to check the block for wear and limits etc. Highly recommend boys up there.
I don't think badger 5 have any videos or indepth details on the "how too" of the engine build but more a list of what got thrown I the mixing pot.
But other than that you tube is a unlimited mine of knowledge. And I would say a lot of it it can come from some unkowlageable people so just be warned of what you watch.

 

[Thai-wronghorse]

+1 for Decimal Tenths on easy to follow 1.8t engine vids, it's a decent channel on the whole.


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[Scotty_b]

Cheers all, been watching the Decimal Tenth videos but what I will need is a Haynes type manual for all torque values and tolerances etc.

I know they never did a Leon specific but assume the golf mk4 would be the best match?


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[Dazzalcr]

Hi bud, they do a digital online version you can buy, don't know if that's of any help