What a pig the PRV is; interesting layout (the block in two parts... not helpful when it's on a stand!)
In any case, the engine is now pretty much stripped. I had to do this because what oil there was, was disgusting, and it's everywhere - in the water, in the bearings etc - so it has to be stripped and cleaned. The block, for what it's worth, seems okay. The liners.. I'm not sure about, nor the pistons themselves, or really, any of it that isn't silly money to replace.
All bearings are worn, as are the camshafts, so rebuilding means a clean block, replacement liners (I think) and perhaps more. Is it worth it? Financially, no - DeLorean.eu lists pistons at €1500 alone. Hmm.
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
Heads off and, yuk.
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
More of the same
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
Pistons out
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
Other side
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
Example of the liner; looks a bit tired
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
Another example
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
One of the liners - came out.. I wasn't sure they did, but it wasn't even "stuck" (the others all are)
DeLorean Engine Work by
Dan Willis, on Flickr
Example of a piston head
I'll get some pics of the cams, bearings etc later - I've had enough of it today!