SMALL DIAMETER DAMPERS It is a common practice to use the early Chevrolet V8 6-1/8” diameter harmonic damper as a light weight performance upgrade to the 6-3/4” and the 8” dampers that come on the later, longer stroke engines. Though no horsepower is to be had by...

BUCKET LIST Here’s an easy way to carry, store, and use just the right amount of air hose. 1. drill a hole in the bottom of a 5-gallon bucket, large enough for the quick-coupler to fit through. 2. coil the hose as you store it in the bucket 3. pull as much hose as you...

SMALL HONE ADAPTOR My shop does not get a lot of requests for small engine work so when I did get a small engine project I would just grab my Sunnen model JN small engine hone and low RPM drill and manually hone the small engine cylinder to size. After holding on to...

E-Z BOLT REMOVAL Most bolts broken off flush or slightly below the surface can be easily removed using a MIG welder. Place a flat washer the same size as the broken bolt over the bolt and weld through the center. Then, place a 1⁄2” nut on top of the washer and...

HEAD SHOP AS A MILL When we need to plunge mill or drill an irregular object, such as when removing a broken bolt or stud in a motorcycle part, we use our seat and guide machine to hold and locate the part. The air clamp, air float and roll over fixture make short...

CATERPILLAR DIESEL FUEL TIPS * It’s possible for a secondary fuel filter to suck air, but not leak fuel when running. * Hook a sight glass where you think the engine is losing prime. When the engine is not running, air goes up & siphoning goes to highest point down. *...