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I've documented my travails with this 02 S earlier. 

Bought as a non-runner project. Engine had oil intake plugged with debris from disintegrated chain guides. Replacement engine No. 1 flooded sump with coolant after installation. 

Replacement No. 2 seized.

So, I have a wealth of parts and at some point, one of them is going off to LN to transform into a 3.8, but in the meantime, summer beckons, and I'd like to drive it a little. 

My question: can I reassemble using old rings just for a short-term runner? I don't believe honing is possible or I would just re-ring. Is that correct?

 

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12 hours ago, JE 17 said:

Thanks, I thought they couldn't be honed. I have no aversion to new rings and would prefer them.

 

 

On second thought, I would suggest you contact LN about your idea of a short-term engine assembly, it may be more complicated than you thought.  You may also be correct about the honing due to the plated surface.

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LN confirms no honing, but suggests reassembly if ovality is ok.

So my plan is putting a temporary engine in for the summer as the other is sent in for Nickies. I think a 3.8 in this car will be more than a blast!

There is a benefit, too, in learning assembly on a non-critical engine so when the "better" one is built, I may know what I'm doing!

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