Fa20dit motor build part 2: Getting down to a short block

What’s up guys and welcome back to the Chanel! In this video I break down the FA20dit, that originally came out of my 2015 Wrx, to a short block. We pull off the timing cover, cams and heads and I explain briefly how to do so and what I am finding and little problems and solutions I may have for you guys. Anyways like always. Thanks for watching!!

[@cheesecurd100s]

Just did one of these. I paid the $20 for service data off Mitchell DIY. Seemed pretty thorough right down to pictures on where to apply sealant, valve shim thickness etc

[@MoJoNinjaGarage]

I appreciate your time to show us what you are doing dude, will be watching you sir!

[@kylewats5632]

You can ziptie the rollers to the springs as well

[@MoJoNinjaGarage]

It's in PDF form and it is what the factory uses.

[@_wrx_WHPFaDIT]

Did your motor blow? If so replace anything that oil touchs. Cam gears should be replaced either way. Most people say to replace the injectors as well.

[@T.Hansen]

Thankfully it did not blow. It had low compression so trying to get down to why. Then I would like to build it up. Thank you for the tips. I appreciate it!! Definitely need to get everything hot tanked and cleaned up for sure

[@_wrx_WHPFaDIT]

@@T.Hansen for sure I can't wait to see the build! I'm fully built motec and port injection. Should be on the dyno this week.

[@T.Hansen]

Can’t wait to see what your car puts down man. Been following the build closely

[@_wrx_WHPFaDIT]

@@T.Hansen Thank you so much!! Glad to have so much support in the community

[@christopherrogers8316]

can i keep the timing chain and tensioner and re use it on my new built block? current block is still in superb shape with 20k miles

[@T.Hansen]

I would honestly recommend just getting all new parts if you are spending the money to build a fresh motor

[@christopherrogers8316]

@@T.Hansen no thr bottom end I bought built, haven't installed it.

[@MrBlacJack1]

Part 3?

[@kylewats5632]

If you plan on doing this even somewhat often, just get ALLDATA

[@ukumra]

Any updates?

[@T.Hansen]

Not yet unfortunately. I still need to continue on some tear down and have had some life changes that have put the build on a little pause. I am hoping to get back to it very soon though!! Thank you for your interest!!