With respect to the king bearings, since there was no damage to the journals or crank, guessing you all used standard size? Also do you find that those bearings are within spec for the 3 variation options for the ford/Volvo factory bearing replacements?
I have volvo 2.5 in a V70R I am in the process of rebuilding the block is at the machine shop. having a hard time locating pistons for my sleeves. 84mm compared to the stock is83mm. Found some 84 JL Pistons. For the engine block that you’re doing out of a Ford focus. I believe they’re the same exact block.
Do the main bearing bolts need to be replaced at a hydb/hydc engine? Equivalent b5254T from volvo. Torq spec's are not clear to me for the little block bolts, 24 and 17nm + 90 degrees? Torque spec camshaft cover is not mentioned?
Thanks for this Great Video. Is it possible to tension the tensioner in the wrong direction? In some other Videos they turn the 6mm clockwise and no i am unsure.
Could you please assist if I put a dailgauge on my number one piston and turn the engine to tdc mark then my timming mark on my crank does not correspond to the mark on the oil pump so if you use the timming tools the mark alighn with the oil pump but the pistons number one is not full on tdc. Why is that
Absoulty class i am literally about to attempt this on my mk2 mechanical to trade offshore but this is different level I am just wondering if the same process goes for installing uprated forged parts rods pistons and crank shaft etc or is there a complete difference and will they all go together I.e. k1 rods piper cams and like a forged crank shaft or do certain parts only go with certain parts
Absolute incredible video ive just brought a focus st where the alternator belt has snapped and been taken up buy the cam belt knocking the timing out and causing some damage. This video has boosted my confidence to do a rebuild thank you so much where would you recommend for parts
Thank you so much; it’s a fine balance between the different styles! We used to do lots like this but didn’t get the views. It’s something we will be trying to bring back 🙌
The process of sizing piston rings up on original oem items is this because of the block has been hoaned modded and does this apply on st150 2.0 another great video guys 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you 🙏 It’s not always about understanding - it’s about appreciating. That’s why we try not to make things too complex and cover the basics. Thank you again for your support and for watching 💙
Hi, im from brazil and have recently rebuilt my engine. I get no leaks or issues with the pcv valve. Also my oil pump is new but im getting something like 0.8bar oil pressure at idle and 3.0 bar at 4000rpm. According to the manual im a bit off the ideal oil pressure. We checked rod bearings and their clearence is within standards. What can i check next? Im out of options in my head.
Great video I’m thinking of buying an ST225, but worrying if I put what I buy in for a block mod how much would it cost to have this work done if the liners were found to be cracked.
We recommend you leave the vehicle with us for the day. We then test overnight on an extended road test and you can usually collect the very next morning ;)
I have a crazy question! Is it possible to fit an ST HYDA 2,5 liters in a Ford Focus Mk2 which has the 1,6L HWDA engine? If yes, what are the difficulties?
Anything is possible with the right amount of parts, money and skill. The question is more of - is it worth the cost? There are a few who have installed HYDA Engines into other models; however the ROI isn't always worth it. against switching out! Hope that this helps, TeamBD
@@BDPerformanceWrexham Indeed... ROI will be most negative. Then perhaps worth building the engine and deciding about the car later? BTW, I really enjoy your videos. I just discovered your channel couple of days ago.
This is an awesome video, I'd love to have a go at doing a build one day. Also, would it be possible for you to maybe do a parts comparison video? i.e. forged vs standard pistons and cams ect.
Superb vid,love the Ben tutorials top bloke 👍🏼 , hope the eyes getting better D, what’s the best forge piston and rod set up I saw the mahle pistons and k1 rods in back ground but I’ve seen the wossner and wiseco piston aswell🤔kudos again guys🙌🏼
Our weapons of choice are MAHLE/K1 for the big builds. Nothing against the Wiseco; just personal preference! Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and thanks for the awesome comments 💙
A sleeve or the genuine installation tool from Ford. If you are really struggling you could use the original you removed, over the new seal, to reinstall. Hope that this helps, TeamBD
The main bearings you get 2 that are bigger than the rest in a king bearing set where do these go please as it doesn't show in the video. I don't want to put them in wrong position cheers guys 👍
Hi guys, been looking for a while but can’t seem to find the right information. I’m looking to build a 450WHP engine, will the factory oil pump be sufficient or will this need upgrading and if so what would you recommend. Many thanks and keep up the fantastic work.
I really enjoyed this video, great work guys! Also, Is it possible to use with this engine the intake camshaft from a Volvo 2.4i (C30/S40/V50/C70)engine? Will it provide any performance gains?
Prices vary greatly in honesty, from £3995 through to far more, depending on specification etc. Why not take a look at our Engine Configuration tool on store.bdperformance.co.uk
Interesting question. I think we would pass; simply because we don’t specialise in anything other than cars. Thank you for the question and for watching 💙
Am not planning on mapping mine ect will change the oil every 5k way the millers stuff use sugested. When want go fast will hop on my bike. The boys it spent 10-20k on these a dont get it can geting somthing really nice for at m3 or sothing lol
please invest in a proper ring grinder. doing it by hand never gives a straight edge, i wouldn't be getting an engine built by a company without the proper tools. this is not slagging your company off i find the vids very good just shocked you are filing rings down by hand.
The whole idea of the video was to show the method in which people can adopt at home making sure that the edges are parallel and free from burring. Thanks for the feedback - the comments are appreciated regardless.
Super informative video guys 😎 love this
Love how organised you guys are, I can tell this ain't your first rodeo 👌
With respect to the king bearings, since there was no damage to the journals or crank, guessing you all used standard size? Also do you find that those bearings are within spec for the 3 variation options for the ford/Volvo factory bearing replacements?
I have volvo 2.5 in a V70R I am in the process of rebuilding the block is at the machine shop. having a hard time locating pistons for my sleeves. 84mm compared to the stock is83mm. Found some 84 JL Pistons. For the engine block that you’re doing out of a Ford focus. I believe they’re the same exact block.
Very interesting and technical video and very skilled mechanic👍
Thank you so much 😊
Thanks for this Ben
Really enjoyed the build
Welcome 🙏
Im busy getting everything ready for my complete rebuild! Thank you for a informative video gents!
Cheers
This is a very good video for some one trying to learn about engines because they go in to a lot of detail about the engine
We have the sleeves to suit each side so we use them; avoids any damaged.
Thanks for the input and for watching 🙌
total Sunday evening good stuff.. you are as gentle as a surgeon with your skill sir (PS I work in the NHS and know care when i see it)
Excellent tutorial guys thanks for sharing!
Welcome and thanks for the feedback; we really do appreciate it 🙌
Cracking video guy's. Ben is a very knowledge guy and when I decide to get my engine rebuilt I'll be bringing it to you guys...
Thank you 🙏
Your videos making me wana do the build myself....
🙌🙌🙌
Best video by far thanks guys going be big help today 👍 🙏
Great video. Just what i needed to watch.cheers lads👍
Thank you 🙏
I would of thought that you would of stated clearances before and after ?
Great video, really enjoyed it 👍
A mk3 RS or ST engine rebuild in the future would be good 😁
Do the main bearing bolts need to be replaced at a hydb/hydc engine? Equivalent b5254T from volvo. Torq spec's are not clear to me for the little block bolts, 24 and 17nm + 90 degrees? Torque spec camshaft cover is not mentioned?
i want to know what are the tapets clearances for uprated cam shafts like new man cams ive seen there are diffrent tapet sizes
Thanks for this Great Video. Is it possible to tension the tensioner in the wrong direction? In some other Videos they turn the 6mm clockwise and no i am unsure.
Thanks Ben. Really enjoyed that 👍
Great to hear 🙌
What’s ring gap size for big power over 400?
Great video ,I've seen other people use plasti gauge to check the clearances
hey guys, I've been looking for a service/repair manual for the 2010 Focus RS Mk2, any idea where I can buy one?
Hi, so I take it the days of plastigauge for the shell bearings are long gone then.
Awesome vid guys. Only recently found the channel and subbed, think its great.
Thank you - we really appreciate all of our subscribers 💙
Hope you continue to enjoy the content 🙏
Great video Ben.This engine looks much stronger than the new focus RS. Nice work buddy.
Thanks and for taking the time to comment. Hope you enjoy the other videos 🙌
Could you please assist if I put a dailgauge on my number one piston and turn the engine to tdc mark then my timming mark on my crank does not correspond to the mark on the oil pump so if you use the timming tools the mark alighn with the oil pump but the pistons number one is not full on tdc. Why is that
Absoulty class i am literally about to attempt this on my mk2 mechanical to trade offshore but this is different level I am just wondering if the same process goes for installing uprated forged parts rods pistons and crank shaft etc or is there a complete difference and will they all go together I.e. k1 rods piper cams and like a forged crank shaft or do certain parts only go with certain parts
Really good watch that chap's.
Some great tips too 👍 Subbed
Good video lads. Keep them coming.
Thank you. Have a wonderful New Year 🙌
Hi guys ,what should be healthy 225 engine compression ratio in PSI or bar please 🙏
Absolute incredible video ive just brought a focus st where the alternator belt has snapped and been taken up buy the cam belt knocking the timing out and causing some damage. This video has boosted my confidence to do a rebuild thank you so much where would you recommend for parts
We can do parts on a supply only- call Kenzi at the office 🙌
That video was amazing make me want to pull my st engine apart lol I won't be doing that tho great stuff guys really enjoyed it.
❤️Yea quality vid guys 👍 plz show more of what you do 👍👍👍👍👍
Take a look at some of the other videos of you haven’t already.
Glad you enjoyed the content 🔥
I’ve watched most of your vids more plz 😉😊
Great video. As much fun as it is to see you lads dicking about this is the best of your videos I’ve seen so far. 👍
Thank you so much; it’s a fine balance between the different styles! We used to do lots like this but didn’t get the views.
It’s something we will be trying to bring back 🙌
I have a problem with my st leaking oil from ofh compression test good any ideas
Does anyone know the thread size of the 12 & 5 crank cradle bolts not the main caps ?
Hy i’m not mechanic, have an ST and the flying bearings are gone.. how do i know which bearings to take
Made that really easy . I may give mine a little re build 😂😂😂 No chance leave it to you Guys great work
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Very good video guys, top work👌
Thank you sir 🙌
great video guys!! looks easy 😁
Want to do a video with us of Forging your own 😂🤪
@@BDPerformanceWrexham sounds like a plan👍😎
Nice one guys, very educative.
Cheers 🍻
After watching this I feel like with just a few thousands of pounds worth of tools I too could rebuild an engine :)
lol indeed; you’ve hit the nail on the head sir
Do you have to use lube when dropping the piston in or can you also spit on it?🤔😉
Not sure how to answer that question - what you do in your own time is your own business I suppose lol
Excellent video guy.
Thank you 🙏
Really do appreciate the time to comment
Can I put this engine in my 2010 Volvo C70 T5??😊
The process of sizing piston rings up on original oem items is this because of the block has been hoaned modded and does this apply on st150 2.0 another great video guys 👍🏻👍🏻
What ring gap size did you use on this particular build/engine? Thanks and great informative video
Great video , have you ever built a Z28NEL engine 2.8 V6 Turbo ,
Could you guys make a video of this engine starting eventually?
Watch this space; coming to the Channel in the next month or so. We are now about three weeks ahead with filming thankfully!
Great to watch thanks 👍
When placing the piston in cylinder You are dipping it in what? Looks like ATF
Do you guys do lingered builds for Volvo B5254T7 too?
I have no idea why I watched that 😅 great video and very interesting 👍
Thank you 🙏
It’s not always about understanding - it’s about appreciating. That’s why we try not to make things too complex and cover the basics.
Thank you again for your support and for watching 💙
Hi, im from brazil and have recently rebuilt my engine. I get no leaks or issues with the pcv valve. Also my oil pump is new but im getting something like 0.8bar oil pressure at idle and 3.0 bar at 4000rpm. According to the manual im a bit off the ideal oil pressure.
We checked rod bearings and their clearence is within standards.
What can i check next? Im out of options in my head.
Excellent video, very detailed
Great video lads
Thank you 🙏
Great video I’m thinking of buying an ST225, but worrying if I put what I buy in for a block mod how much would it cost to have this work done if the liners were found to be cracked.
Good informative video.. can’t fault that 👌🏻👌🏻
Glad you enjoyed; hope you’ve watched some of the others too 🙌
@@BDPerformanceWrexham dudes I watch all your videos.. even though I’m not into ST’s.. watch it for the people and the crack.. 👌🏻
@@nurburgringobsessed5722 thank you so much!
Block is shimed? Rebuild with new sleeves?
Thanks a lot for posting this was very helpful
Welcome 🙏
How much am I looking at for a refesh on mine
hi mate can i know to torque specs of the rockercover please.
I want Ben to do the block mod on my mondeo how long will it take
We recommend you leave the vehicle with us for the day. We then test overnight on an extended road test and you can usually collect the very next morning ;)
good stuff Ben
I have a crazy question! Is it possible to fit an ST HYDA 2,5 liters in a Ford Focus Mk2 which has the 1,6L HWDA engine? If yes, what are the difficulties?
Anything is possible with the right amount of parts, money and skill. The question is more of - is it worth the cost? There are a few who have installed HYDA Engines into other models; however the ROI isn't always worth it. against switching out! Hope that this helps, TeamBD
@@BDPerformanceWrexham Indeed... ROI will be most negative. Then perhaps worth building the engine and deciding about the car later?
BTW, I really enjoy your videos. I just discovered your channel couple of days ago.
Brilliant video really helpful you should do more of these 👍 i have subscribed as well win win.
Thank you 🙏
Good build there Ben awsome stuff
Great video and tips thankyou
How much 518 did you use roughly ? Just £55 a 50ml tube here lol 😆 but obviously need it. Is 100ml a rough estimate of use of more ?
Just watching you put the crank bearings in and wow you haven't soaked them in oil first or is that too much old school lol
Enjoyed this, great content lads
If in doubt, more lube
Glad you enjoyed and hope you continue to watch our content.
Thanks for taking the time to comment 💙
This is an awesome video, I'd love to have a go at doing a build one day. Also, would it be possible for you to maybe do a parts comparison video? i.e. forged vs standard pistons and cams ect.
Could do; it would be difficult to see but we may just give it a go.
Thanks for the comment 🙏
@@BDPerformanceWrexham nice one, it would be interesting to see 👍
Everything great about this video bar the interruption from who ever that is lmao right when your trying to show where to seal lmao 🤣
Superb vid,love the Ben tutorials top bloke 👍🏼 , hope the eyes getting better D, what’s the best forge piston and rod set up I saw the mahle pistons and k1 rods in back ground but I’ve seen the wossner and wiseco piston aswell🤔kudos again guys🙌🏼
Our weapons of choice are MAHLE/K1 for the big builds. Nothing against the Wiseco; just personal preference!
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and thanks for the awesome comments 💙
Quick question how do you install the rear crankshaft seal without damaging it I've got to put new one on my 2007 st cheers
A sleeve or the genuine installation tool from Ford. If you are really struggling you could use the original you removed, over the new seal, to reinstall.
Hope that this helps,
TeamBD
@@BDPerformanceWrexham thanks guys I no these rear seals can be a pain to do 😔
That was a great video well in Ben I don’t own a Ford but if I did I would take it to you for a build
Thank you 🙏
The main bearings you get 2 that are bigger than the rest in a king bearing set where do these go please as it doesn't show in the video. I don't want to put them in wrong position cheers guys 👍
The block is machined differently for the the thrust bearings, you won’t be able to fit them anywhere else.
Good Job from Poland you somtimes close the deck
Hi guys, been looking for a while but can’t seem to find the right information.
I’m looking to build a 450WHP engine, will the factory oil pump be sufficient or will this need upgrading and if so what would you recommend.
Many thanks and keep up the fantastic work.
Would Love to have the money for him to rebuild mine 👌
Great TH-cam channel when you guys opening shop in South Africa?!?!?! Cape Town to be specific.
Hahahaha a little far away for us: we can ship ☝️
That silicone work 😎😎😎. You could just record that and play it on a loop #AutoASMR 🔥🔥🔥
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I really enjoyed this video, great work guys! Also, Is it possible to use with this engine the intake camshaft from a Volvo 2.4i (C30/S40/V50/C70)engine? Will it provide any performance gains?
We generally stick to Newman or similar camshafts when hunting for power. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the comment/question! 🙌
Did yous block mod it..
If it’s not Linered, it’s always gets shims so yes sir 👍
Hw much is it to do a rebuild
Prices vary greatly in honesty, from £3995 through to far more, depending on specification etc. Why not take a look at our Engine Configuration tool on store.bdperformance.co.uk
Great video that
Cheers: glad you enjoyed
Would you rebuild a motorcycle engine
Interesting question. I think we would pass; simply because we don’t specialise in anything other than cars.
Thank you for the question and for watching 💙
Lined block with standard rods and pistons....
Yes, many choose this option
i didn't know max branning was a master mechanic lol
This must be the tenth or twentieth comment about our Max B ;)
Bought my st off a dodgy dealer now it looks like i have a cracked piston liner, wish this was my engine you were working on
helemaal top
Am not planning on mapping mine ect will change the oil every 5k way the millers stuff use sugested. When want go fast will hop on my bike. The boys it spent 10-20k on these a dont get it can geting somthing really nice for at m3 or sothing lol
Sureley you didn’t put that dirty crank in a nice clean engine?🤔
ben the master builder great video but we all know it was lee's idea to do it that way only joking guys
8:28 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
WHY WOULD YOU DO ALL THAT AND NOT FIT FORGED PISTONS AND RODS
The background music is a major distraction 👎
please invest in a proper ring grinder. doing it by hand never gives a straight edge, i wouldn't be getting an engine built by a company without the proper tools. this is not slagging your company off i find the vids very good just shocked you are filing rings down by hand.
The whole idea of the video was to show the method in which people can adopt at home making sure that the edges are parallel and free from burring.
Thanks for the feedback - the comments are appreciated regardless.
True professional