Over the years we've all had to do screw-in stud conversions on small block Chevs. I made up a pilot by milling flats to fit the pushrod slot width and turned two different diameters to fit the two slot lengths they have. I used a 7/16 rod and milled the flat .322”,...
Small lifters are laborious to extract. By using a hose with a small inside diameter, this work will become a breeze. Push on with a snug fit and they will pull right out. Luis Guzman Technomotors El Paso, TX
When doing repetitive jobs, it’s nice to have a way to speed it up. These bushings, with a specific driver will set the replaceable guides to the correct position quickly without measuring multiple times. Making simple fixtures for repeatable jobs will save you time...
The person who taught me to broach bronze liners used hose clamps, but sometimes they crack. More often it’s when it has had a .502” service guide installed. So instead of hose clamps, I bought some inexpensive split collars for 1/2". A person could machine them for...
When grinding wire for fitting O-rings I use an air angle grinder and put a piece of shim stock between the head and wire to prevent bumping the grinding disc on the freshly machined head. Arus Kinney AK's Engine and Machining Covington, GA
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. Tom...