by Donnie Hurt | Mar 1, 2019 | TOOLING
RATCHET REPAIR When my ratchets get noisy or sluggish I soak the head in 90wt. gear lube overnight and drain them the next day. The ratchets work like new. I find that 90wt gear lube lasts longer than engine oil and gives smoother operation. Will Samples S&S...
by Donnie Hurt | Feb 1, 2019 | CAMSHAFTS & VALVE TRAIN
I came up with a simple way to keep lifters organized and in one place. This was easy to make with some scrape wood, some paddle drills and a few tools around the shop. It is a handy way to transport them without getting them mixed up. I came up with a simple way to...
by Donnie Hurt | Feb 1, 2019 | OPERATIONS
Professional auto and truck repair facilities are THE best source of high-value work for machine shops specializing in cylinder head repair. Professional mechanics usually know what they are working on and what is needed to correct a problem. Professionals have a...
by Donnie Hurt | Feb 1, 2019 | CRANKSHAFTS & CONNECTING RODS
Crankshaft end play is important to check in all engine builds. You want to make sure there is no pressure or binding at the flange of the thrust bearing. On these John Deere applications the end play needs to be checked once the engine is installed, as well as during...
by Donnie Hurt | Feb 1, 2019 | BLOCK WORK
MAIN CAP COLLECTION This is a tip to help with setting up the mandrels on the line honing machine. I have an assortment of single main caps labeled with paint marker for many different engines, on the cart next to my line hone. If I have a block that I’ve installed...
