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CALIBRATE FOR PENNYS
Dec 1, 2016 | OTHER SHOP WORK
CALIBRATE FOR PENNYS To calibrate our gram scales without an expensive weight sets, I use a nickel. It weighs exactly 5 grams, so they can be used to check accuracy in 5 gram increments. (5=25g, 20 = 100g etc.) Miles Rogers BP Rods Magnolia, TX December, 2016

GET THE FACTS ON USED OIL ANALYSIS
Dec 1, 2016 | DIAGNOSTICS
GET THE FACTS ON USED OIL ANALYSIS There is an old adage that says, “you can’t change what you can’t measure.” Accurate measurements are basically facts you can use to make measurable changes. When it comes to engine wear protection, it’s always good to have FACTS,...

COMBUSTION CHAMBER VOLUME SOLUTION
Dec 1, 2016 | CYLINDER HEADS
COMBUSTION CHAMBER VOLUME SOLUTION Measuring combustion chamber volume is an important step when trying to achieve a specific compression ratio in a custom engine build. CNC machining the chambers or even sinking the valve job will increase the chamber size by a...

WATER PUMP VALVE STAND
Dec 1, 2016 | DISASSEMBLY & CLEANING
WATER PUMP VALVE STAND I use some large water pump pulleys to hold valves while glass bead cleaning them. I rest the valve on the rim of the pulley, the overspray also cleans some of the other valves at the same time. This also saves wear and tear on the floor of the...

A PEA IN A CAN
Nov 1, 2016 | OTHER SHOP WORK
A PEA IN A CAN Did you know the rattle-ball in an aerosol can is called a “Pea”? Here’s a few tips on how to use every drop of paint from an aerosol can. We all know that an aerosol paint can is a tank filled with compressed air that pushes out fluid when the valve is...
PRIMING AN LS GM OIL PUMP
Nov 1, 2016 | LUBRICATION & COOLING
PRIMING AN LS GM OIL PUMP Priming your oil pump and your engine before start up of a new engine is very important. No new engine should be started up dry, but it is often difficult on new engines with a front crank driven oil pumps to prime. Here is where we need a...