andyblackman777 Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Hi all, I have a complete engine that I acquired about 15 years ago. It’s sat on a stand in my garage. I’ve no idea if it runs. I did a compression test with a cheap gauge I borrowed. The compressions were low and varied a bit 80-100. On adding some oil to the bores 150psi++. (The gauge is not to be trusted the owner is convinced it under reads 20% odd). So I’m assuming the engine is complete internally and works with the cylinders sealing somewhat with the addition of oil What should I do with it? I could just leave it, I may never need it. I could rebuild it as a project.(a bit costly and unnecessary at the moment) Or strip it and clean/check all the parts and store them properly Just looking for ideas/opinions Cheers Andy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyPG Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Hi Andy, If it were mine, I'd keep it just as it is while you own the esprit. Maybe make sure the valves and bores are lubed to keep rust at bay. You never know what the future holds and I doubt it will ever go down in value. Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mightymetro Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Maybe strip it into its separate components to check condition etc and then store it accordingly in tubs/ oiled etc ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slewthy Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Agree. It's a nice bit of insurance and nest egg! Also any profit is tax free. I wouldn't break it down. You are more likely to use it or sell it if it's not been stripped. 2 Quote "Intellectuals solve problems; geniuses prevent them." Albert Einstein Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_sekinger Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Sell it to me 🙂 Quote 1996 Esprit V8, 1998 Esprit V8 GT, 1999 Esprit S350 #002 (Esprit GT1 replica project), 1996 Esprit V8 GT1 (chassis 114-001), 1992 Lotus Omega (927E), 1999 Esprit V8SE, 1999 Esprit S350 #032, 1995 Esprit S4s, 1999 Esprit V8 GT (ex-5th Gear project), 1999 Esprit V8SE ('02 rear) 1999 S350 #002 Esprit GT1 replica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyblackman777 Posted June 19, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Haha maybe Mike. I thought you would say rebuild upgrade and replace my stock one! 🤪 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammy-pop Posted August 18, 2020 Report Share Posted August 18, 2020 I could use a LH cylinder head if you are thinking of stripping it! Anyone know of a spare cylinder head going while we're on the subject? Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyblackman777 Posted August 20, 2020 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2020 Steve , Sorry but I’m going to keep all the parts. hope you source another head to fix your engine cheers Andy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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