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B5244T5 engine replacement
Preparing a lightly refreshed B5244T5 for the 242. The goal is a straightforward installation with the dual VVT hardware and extra coolant pipe resolved before the engine goes into the car.
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Plan
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Parts
Decisions & Unknowns
What I need to figure out:
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Choose whether to retain the factory connecting rods or use H-beam rods.
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Resolve cam-sensor clearance behind the head and control of both VVT systems.
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Determine the final routing for the exhaust-side water pipe.
Tasks
What I need to do:
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Acquire a B5244T5 replacement engine
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Strip and inspect the engine, then send the block and head for machine work.
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Refresh the engine with seals, gaskets and the selected bearing and piston-ring setup.
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Finish the VVT wiring and sensor fitment, then adapt the coolant pipe.
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Install the engine and verify the completed setup.