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GEN III VS. GEN IV CONNECTING RODS
GEN III VS. GEN IV CONNECTING RODS The early Gen-3 press-fit connecting rod was replaced by the Gen-4 free-floating piston pin with rod bushings. Some shops try to upgrade Gen-3 engines by substituting Gen-4 pistons, and keeping the earlier rods. You need to be aware...
BOLTS AS HANDLES
BOLTS AS HANDLES Sometimes, the simplest thing can become the perfect tool. To properly install a camshaft doesn’t need an expensive special tool. A long bolt or 2 can make a great camshaft installation tool. Stack a pile of fender washers on your bolt for a...
QUARTER-TO-HALF GAUGE FULL
QUARTER-TO-HALF GAUGE FULL I picked up a Machinists’ Plug Gauge Set, in .250”-.500”, for scrap value due to its age. The uses are endless for the engine builder. Here are a few of mine: 1.) I use these as checking standards, or for set- ting a micrometer. 2.) They are...
CAP-ILLARY SEAL
CAP-ILLARY SEAL The screw on caps for many sealants do nothing to prevent the sealant from drying in the nozzle. I used to hate digging out the dried Sealant. Not anymore. My co-worker told me to pack a 1/4 of the nozzle with lube. If no air gets to the sealant, it...
SUNNEN POWER HONE EXTENSIONS
SUNNEN POWER HONE EXTENSIONS Because Sunnen’s hold downs are limited in their length, we made extensions to hold down various components. I use 3⁄4 -10 all-thread for the extensions and I can mount various work pieces with existing Sunnen threaded hole downs. This has...
CAM BINDING SOLUTION
CAM BINDING SOLUTION I use a drill bit extension and a variety of abrasive flap wheels to clean up cam bores and cam bearings to help make more clearance for those camshafts that will not fit or turn. A quick pass through the bores is all it takes. Steve Potz Steve’s...
