M110 rebuild

[Mishka99]

Hi,i have a 73 280CE, I would like to know how much it would cost to rebuild the engine not using original parts but staff like TRW pistons, also i would get it 30 thou oversized.can anyone help out
Thanks

[tsharkey]

I am fully rebuilding an OM617A using parts from the US. 5 Cylinder. Not new pistons but sleeves in the block. The parts budget is $2,200. Then add any machining / valve regrinds / rebore etc. I just had the valve seats redone. Crank was perfect, so was cam so only standard bearings were needed.

Are removing / re-installing yourself
Are you pulling it down / putting back together

If no to the above, add about $6K to $7K.

Then budget some contingency because something will go wrong.

So if DIY, worth it. If fully done by 3rd party, the car better be worth it.

[Mishka99]

Hi,thanks for reply,the car is worth it ,there are pictures of it here page 3 Star shots Show us your ride,the leather interior ,everything has been done,bar the motor I was away for 4 years so it was siting in the garage,my family want me to sell it! ha ha,no way I'll get rid of that car,it's classic not plastic!

[rx22nv]

Are there problems with the motor now?
I wouldn't overbore too much unless the bore is damaged and it needs it. Let the machine shop have a look at the block before you buy pistons

[CraigB]

Yes I agree with that comment. You would only want to take out as much as you need - not like you are going to get much extra capacity from 30 thou - if that was the reason. New pistons are a significant expense and there is no reason if it isn't within tolerance to not just hone and rering. I imagine it is unlikely you are going to do another million miles in it.