One way to learn how to rebuild a car engine is with an engine kit like this functional Teching V8 engine kit.

The difference between overhauling the engine in your vehicle and an engine rebuild comes down to the quality and scope of the work being performed.

Take a look at this engine swap guide Volume 1, with information on parts, transmissions, mounting, exhaust, rearends, cooling systems, fuel systems, and more for your V8 conversion, at Mini ...