b16a1

kashrutcowboy

looking to do my firstswap: a b16a1 manual into a 89 fwd wagon. there is an engine/tranny combo for sale about 400 miles away from me for 900. The ad clams low miles but no real verification possible (as far as I know). Its out of the donor car so i cant hear it run. Is there any thing i can do to get an idea of the condition of the motor. seller offers no warranty. no ecu or alternator included in the sale

civtec350

if you could take the valve cover off to check for a lot of sludge, that would help determine how often the oil was changed. checking the plugs wouldnt hurt either.

skittlenips

Turn the crank over with a wrench if possible, if you can take the oil pan off and check for any wiggle room in the rod bearings. Check valves, etc.

bam-bam

If it's bolted to the transmission, you can compression test it.