So... It's come time for #226's engine to be done.

a) I want to get to the most accurate original factory state. I have full OEM parts to rebuild with. I want the best manner to;


  1. Has anyone got any OEM factory engine photo's, if so - please can you provide them
  2. Strip the block back to bare metal, full prepare and rebuild
  3. Prepare and paint the block & any accessory carriers
  4. What are the Paint Codes; Subframe - I recall seeing someone share a code for it not long since (@Northy?)


b) The other questions;
  1. What accessory carriers are painted OEM - Oil Dip Stick, Gearbox Support Bar - I simply don't know, so would be good to establish early in the build a list of everything that needs doing.
  2. There is a lot of bare aluminium that will oxidise quite quickly once it has been Ultra-Sonic cleaned, I expect - what's the best way to treat it, and keep it looking "new-ish".


Thanks,

/y0z