[Smallblock454]

Hello CrisZenithBlue,

i'm not that IMSB discussion, because i have made my own opinion.

Before you write a big list of what you might need as big fun updates i would recommend to get the old engine and transmission out of the car and inspect the car.

There might be also worn clutch, worn DMF, old axle boots, britteling hoses, britteling harness and so on. If the engine and transmission is out of the car it's a good time to check and decide if you need to replace.

New replacement engine. The main question for me is how long did it sit unused. If it has sit unused for a longer time and wasn't prepared for sitting, than there might be some more things to do.

In general:
- Wiring harness must be checked.
- Ignition cables must be checked.
- Alternator, water pump, thermostate, AC… must be checked.
- AC has to be evacuated before you pull the engine and has to be filled after installation.
- You should check the water condensators and AC condensators – debree, dirt, leakage.
- AC dryer cartridge should be replaced.
- Would pull off valve covers and inspect the hydros.
- Would replace chain ramps of the Vario Cam system.
- Check all chain tensioners.
- Would check gaskets for leaks.
- Would replace the gaskets o-rings of the air/oil cooler.
- Sparks need to be replaced anyway.
- Coil packs should be replaced if they have visible cracks.
- Throttle body should be inspected and cleaned.
- All filters should be replaced.
- Motor oil must be replaced.
- Coolant must be replaced.
- Transmission oil can / should be replaced.
- Exhaust gaskets have to be checked.
- Manifold gaskets have to be replaced.
- Brake system and clutch has to be bleeded.
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Regards, Markus