What would you do while rebuilding an engine?

[BYprodriver]

Originally Posted by pjq

I'm just completeing my rebuild of a M96 24.
I would liked to have used new JE pistons and rods but was informed the only way I can do that is if I sleeve the cylinders. My cylinders, pistons and rods were good so I went with new Porsche rings(I think there must be gold, titanium or some metal from mars in these rings because of their price).
I went with ARP bolts thought it was the logical replacement (rebuilder agreed) but I have since read where some rebuilders have had experience with ARP coming loose???
I went with the LN triple row bearing but if I could have got the IMS solution that would have been my choice.
I used the LN billet IMS tensioner paddle and all new chain guides and other paddles, new chains. I'm not totally convinced the billet tensioner paddle is necessary (I'm not a mechanic), I don't track the car.

ARP rod bolts are a must! If they came loose it's probably from using ARP torque spec but not ARP thread lube for proper stretch load. Or you can use the LN R&R steel rods which include ARP bolts, are rebuildable, & should be 50 grams lighter per rod. Maybe more since factory rod weights vary alot.
All rotational parts should be precision balanced including flywheel & pressure plate. Consider having a 2nd flywheel & pressure plate balanced while you have the crankshaft balanced as it is difficult to do without the crank.