by Donnie Hurt | Apr 1, 2025 | BLOCK WORK
Sometimes when chasing the head bolt holes on Chevy blocks, you’ll hit a casting knob. Then you think, will the bolt thread in far enough. I use a 7/16 valve guide and some washers to mimic the cylinder head thickness. This saves time by not having to measure...
by Donnie Hurt | Apr 1, 2025 | OPERATIONS
As we get older our vision gets worse, and I have found these inexpensive sewing machine lights help a lot. I have several around the shop in places like at tool setting fixtures, the ring grinder, the valve grinder and more. Arus Kinney AK’s Engine And...
by Donnie Hurt | Apr 1, 2025 | CRANKSHAFTS & CONNECTING RODS
Sometimes it’s nice to be able to test what effect adding weight will have to a crankshaft balance. Since modern balancers also read cross planes, the placement can sometimes get tricky. This is especially true if the opposite side is close to the edge of the...
by Donnie Hurt | Mar 21, 2025 | OTHER SHOP WORK
These simple work holding clamps work excellently on the dyno to keep your sensor, oil and control wiring from getting burned or damaged. They’re easier to use than tie wraps and save a bunch of time. You can buy the assortment pack really cheap at home...
by Donnie Hurt | Mar 21, 2025 | CYLINDER HEADS
If you work on Mini Cooper heads, it is important to replace the aluminum plugs, especially if the head has been overheated. These are notorious for popping out after the head has been reinstalled. It’s an easy fix with a tapered 3/8 npt plug that is .462” deep....
