by Donnie Hurt | Nov 1, 2013 | OTHER SHOP WORK
Extracting Broken Bolts From Aluminum Broken bolts that are seized in aluminum with corrosion often do not break loose with penetrating oil or freeze spray because they are too tight. And we often shy away from using our torches for fear of melting aluminum since it...
by Donnie Hurt | Nov 1, 2013 | BLOCK WORK
Why Torque Plates Should Be Used On FE Ford Blocks Some claim it is not necessary to torque hone FE Ford blocks. In fact, I am the only one of many shops in my area that even has an FE honing plate in my collection. Don’t believe that an FE block needs to be honed...
by Donnie Hurt | Nov 1, 2013 | LUBRICATION & COOLING
Jeep 3.8L Oil Pressure Problem Many late model 3.8L Jeep engines are losing oil pressure at the oil pump due to failure of the bypass valve. This results in destruction of not only the crank- shaft, but the connecting rods. To fix the problem, you need to find the...
by Donnie Hurt | Nov 1, 2013 | TOOLING
Avoiding The Skinned Knuckle Syndrome Header bolts and other bolts in tight locations can be troublesome to remove and install, especially in custom fabrications where there is limited accessibility. A solution is to use internal wrenching bolts (Allen bolts). To use...
by Donnie Hurt | Oct 1, 2013 | CAMSHAFTS & VALVE TRAIN
Manufacturer Shop Solution: Standard and Reverse Rotation Marine Engines – What to Look For Boats with twin engines usually turn in opposite direction so the torque reactions of the engines cancel each other out. The following four drawings show how the crankshaft and...
