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MANUFACTURERS TECH TIP: Fundamentals of Engine Bearing Clearances
MANUFACTURERS TECH TIP: Fundamentals of Engine Bearing Clearances The durability of any engine – stock or performance – is tied to the engine builder’s skill in achieving optimal bearing clearances . Too little or too much clearance will reduce or eliminate the vital...
MAGNETIC CATCH MATS
MAGNETIC CATCH MATS Small valve locks, especially those for obscure import applications, can be difficult to get into place and inevitably, if you’re not careful, can pop out and easily get lost on or under your work station. Magnetic sheeting is available in one foot...
SILICON AND GLASS BEADS DON’T MIX
SILICON AND GLASS BEADS DON’T MIX Many times you will have an aluminum head with some left over silicon gasket on the surface. Attempting to bead blast the silicon off will only result in a damaged cylinder head. The aluminum will continue to be worn away by the...
CHANGES IN PISTON DESIGN
CHANGES IN PISTON DESIGN Last month we discussed changes in piston ring design. Changes in rings also mean changes in the pistons they ride on. A century ago you could find cast iron pistons in your motor. Aluminum soon proved to be a lighter weight and more durable...
UPGRADE YOUR ENGINE STANDS
UPGRADE YOUR ENGINE STANDS Most of the engine stands in my shop were manufactured offshore. Though they are pretty good, in just a few minutes you can increase stability and load capacity. I simply MIG weld all the joints where the legs, main body and uprights join....
RESURFACED HEAD DEBURRING TOOL
RESURFACED HEAD DEBURRING TOOL I found a great tool for deburring combustion chambers after resurfacing cylinder heads. I took a common chainsaw sharpening file, removed the “rat tail” handle, chamfered and radiused this end for a comfortable fit in my hand. I also...
