Engine Rebuild advice please

[KS5000]

I have a 2001 tuscan. I had a recent misfire which was due to there being oil on the plugs. The car smokes alot out the exhaust and is using up alot of oil. The car had a factory rebuild in september 2002 at 8000 miles. It has currently 26000 on the clock. I was told the car would need a rebuild soon, is this likly to be just a top end rebuild? any idea what the costs are? thanks.

[pcameron]

Not sure exactly what you will need, but the TVR Power website gives an idea of what may need to be done and a price.

[dpd3047]

Sorry to here your problems would get a compression test done that will tell if rings are worn also i suspect the guides are worn as well i would give Richard at Dulford automotive a call 01884 266675 they do a lot of uprated parts for the S6 engine.

[G20RG B]

I might be joining you soon if my rattle proves to be engine related.

Full rebuild anything from £5500- £9000 ouch!!! depends on what needs done TBH. Engine only £5500 but if you get a clutch bushes upgrade Cams(dulfords) improved oil ways (dulfords) then the price can start to creep up, even more if you go for a 4.3 or 4.5 conversion from TVR Power but you will have a strong engine that seems to be reliable and FAST, going by those who have had it done.

There is also an LS option from Steve Heath and Topcats again £8500- £12000 ouch x2, depends on what gets done..

TVR Power
Dulfords
ST8six

Seem to be the best options for SP6 rebuilds in my opinion........not that it counts for much!!

[Robertjp]

A top end rebuild only may be OK...but get an expert opinion, the trouble is that you may also have finger follower / cam wear which will have resulted in debris being pushed through the engine, or the piston rings may also be passing oil etc etc...its really difficult to make a judgement without half stripping the engine anyway.

Engine builders that i would use have already been listed, i wouldnt use anyone else, particularly those who share a similar name to that famous British Racing colour

[YRRunner]

KS5000 said:

I have a 2001 tuscan. I had a recent misfire which was due to there being oil on the plugs. The car smokes alot out the exhaust and is using up alot of oil. The car had a factory rebuild in september 2002 at 8000 miles. It has currently 26000 on the clock. I was told the car would need a rebuild soon, is this likly to be just a top end rebuild? any idea what the costs are? thanks.

Get yourself up to Henley. Jason at STR8SIX will do a leak down test on each of the cylinders, then give you an honest opinion as to the options available to you. Trust me, trust Jason.