by Donnie Hurt | Nov 5, 2024 | CYLINDER HEADS
When I’m porting cylinder heads or otherwise using the dividers, once the size is set, I put a couple witness dabs with a high visibility pen, so I can see if I’ve inadvertently bumped it and changed the setting. It’s a time saver over checking it occasionally...
by Donnie Hurt | Nov 5, 2024 | DISASSEMBLY & CLEANING
I have used a few of the Tjernlund D-3 Inline Draft Inducers in my spray washer venting. They take just a small amount of flange maneuvering to get a good fit. I used silicon gasket sealer to help seal it to the 6″ PVC. They keep the smell and steam out of the...
by Donnie Hurt | Oct 25, 2024 | PISTONS & RINGS
I fabricated 2 of these racks to hold piston & connecting rod assemblies. It makes transporting them in the shop easier, keeps them cleaner, especially when rings are fitted, and the added organization aids engine assembly. Tom Nichols Automotive Machine &...
by Donnie Hurt | Oct 11, 2024 | OTHER SHOP WORK
Sometimes, we get those cores in the shop where someone had previously attempted to drill out a broken fastener, and they wander way off-center. We often need to install a larger repair insert than we normally would. I like to use a piloted counterbore cutter to drill...
by Donnie Hurt | Oct 11, 2024 | CAMSHAFTS & VALVE TRAIN
When making custom length pushrods, I finish the end in my valve grinder like I would a valve stem tip, after cutting to the desired length. It leaves a better finish and a true face. After that I break inside and outside edges, then install my desired ends. Neil...
