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Originally posted by ZetecNinja:
if I could get some pointers on changing it I'd attempt it myself...cuz I really have no money at all.
Hints and tips are all I need from someone whos experienced...I've got nothing to lose trying it myself.
thats the only way to learn!
prior to doing my 3L swap the most i ever did was an intake and replacing my UIM gaskets, brakes and a balljoint!
Russell
Oval Port 3L Nearly Done
MTX75 w/ Homebrew Zetec FD and Torsen Complete
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I forgot to mention I have no tools either  but I can get some. what about my timing? Once I get the belt on will I have to do anything with that?
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Originally posted by Nate S:
offer to buy him lunch or something if he helps you 
you mean like McDonalds? I can afford that 
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Originally posted by ZetecNinja:
if I could get some pointers on changing it I'd attempt it myself...cuz I really have no money at all.
Hints and tips are all I need from someone whos experienced...I've got nothing to lose trying it myself.
Biggest pointer: TAKE YOUR TIME! Make sure to get a compression tester ($20) to make sure you are at TDC (topd dead center) and something to lock the cams when you get it at TDC. Now that I think about it you really don't need the compression tester since the only way the bar fits in the slots at the end of the cams is TDC (but better safe than sorry). You will need a jack to hold up the engine when you remove the motor mount. Make sure to replace the tensioners and idler pulley(s) and make sure to torque down the cam gears to correct specs. When your down there you might as well replace the water pump. Need any more help let me know. 
Hector
2003 Rally Red Mitsubishi Evolution VIII
257HP/259TQ
2005 Lapis Blue Mazda 6s
RET: 00 Cabernet Red Ford Contour Zetec ATX SUPERCHARGED
160HP/141TQ
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Can't the bar go in if you're 180 degrees off of TDC? Though it may need more pushing? Just drop a long screw driver in clynder one to check TDC.
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
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I knew I should've watched this thread. Ninja, if you'd like me to just stand over you while you do it, I can do that.
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Originally posted by D Davis:
I knew I should've watched this thread. Ninja, if you'd like me to just stand over you while you do it, I can do that.
I could do that too. 
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
CEG Dragon Run - October 13-15
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Originally posted by D Davis:
From Georgia?
If he has a web cam. 
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
CEG Dragon Run - October 13-15
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Originally posted by D Davis:
I knew I should've watched this thread. Ninja, if you'd like me to just stand over you while you do it, I can do that.
I would say that...the only thing is I honestly have no clue where to start. You'd be telling me what to do so much you could've practically did it yourself...  (as in guiding me step by step)
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