The title pretty much explains it, and the details are in my sig, but I got it. 88 Merkur 2.3. I've got some work cut out for me, but I really don't care, its stuff I was gonna do anyway. Currently I need to get an engine stand, everything else has been stripped off the main block except head, valve cover, water pump, distributor, oil filter and oil pan. I do have a few questions though.
First, everyone says you need the computer from a Thunderbird TC, but both that computer and the one in my car are the EEC-IV system, or is that where the LA3 bit comes in?
Also, some of the various coolant places-where-the-hose-connects-to things are fairly rusted, so I'm thinking I may have to replace those. I was planning on a complete rebuild anyway so I can't say I'm dissapointed. My main concern is screwing something up, though with the proper tools, I really don't think it's that difficult.
Thirdly, I am considering going to 2.5 Liter by stroking the engine. What year model could I find that (engine) from, or would it be cheaper to just buy the crank and rods separately? Furthermore, where can I find more information on stroking the 2.3 to begin with?
Lastly, I know I saw somewhere around here links or descriptions on how to rebuild a turbo, which I may have to do, or at least dissamble it to clean it. Before you write it off as being unneccasary, you should know that a mouse apparently made its home in the intake side, and I prefer to not have mouse turds making contact with the turbine blade, nor do I want them sucked into my engine. Is that info on the sticky threads?
That's pretty much it for now. I'll get to asking about replacement lines when I get to it.
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First, everyone says you need the computer from a Thunderbird TC, but both that computer and the one in my car are the EEC-IV system, or is that where the LA3 bit comes in?
Also, some of the various coolant places-where-the-hose-connects-to things are fairly rusted, so I'm thinking I may have to replace those. I was planning on a complete rebuild anyway so I can't say I'm dissapointed. My main concern is screwing something up, though with the proper tools, I really don't think it's that difficult.
Thirdly, I am considering going to 2.5 Liter by stroking the engine. What year model could I find that (engine) from, or would it be cheaper to just buy the crank and rods separately? Furthermore, where can I find more information on stroking the 2.3 to begin with?
Lastly, I know I saw somewhere around here links or descriptions on how to rebuild a turbo, which I may have to do, or at least dissamble it to clean it. Before you write it off as being unneccasary, you should know that a mouse apparently made its home in the intake side, and I prefer to not have mouse turds making contact with the turbine blade, nor do I want them sucked into my engine. Is that info on the sticky threads?
That's pretty much it for now. I'll get to asking about replacement lines when I get to it.
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There are guys off TF and here( like Stinger) I'm sure that is making 250-350hp with mostly bolt on items. One guy I heard had 333rwhp with stuff like : ported head, ported intakes, A237 cam, 3"exhaust, 
