by Donnie Hurt | Sep 2, 2025 | CRANKSHAFTS & CONNECTING RODS
A guy can’t buy everything so when a new type of tapered bushing connecting rod comes in, I make my own installer. It’s easy enough to remove the old bushing with an appropriate size bushing driver or turn one out. Remove the taper from one side of an old...
by Donnie Hurt | Dec 23, 2024 | CRANKSHAFTS & CONNECTING RODS
When checking and correcting rod straightness, I use two bars against each other in the rod vice. Since the vice isn’t mounted to the cabinet strong enough for most correction work, this allows you to use it. I feel the two bars gives me a better feel for how much I’m...
by Donnie Hurt | Oct 25, 2024 | PISTONS & RINGS
I fabricated 2 of these racks to hold piston & connecting rod assemblies. It makes transporting them in the shop easier, keeps them cleaner, especially when rings are fitted, and the added organization aids engine assembly. Tom Nichols Automotive Machine &...
