I have got my 1275 engine it nice little boxes all of the garage. I bought the engine, outside of the car from the POs brother, who knew little of its history. It came apart surprisingly clean. Just
I suggest going ahead and replacing the timing chain. They are only $10-$20, and unlike the oil pump (which costs $80), are a PITA to replace with the engine in the car. With the oil pump, I'd just h
<< I suggest going ahead and replacing the timing chain. They are only $10-$20, and unlike the oil pump (which costs $80), are a PITA to replace with the engine in the car. With the oil pump, I'd jus
Yes, I have a 1500, but didn't repeat it in every post. The 1500 oil pump is $80, but is very easy to replace (drop the oil pan and remove three bolts). My point with my original question wasn't to s
I'd go further and use the duplex timing gear but skip on the vernier adjusting type unless you are using a performance cam. Daniel1312 << I suggest going ahead and replacing the timing chain. >>
I have known serious race engines built by leading experts re-use the bearings on a post season rebuild because they didn't need replacing. Daniel1312 << You know, there's no question whether you rep