Dave,
The engine is pretty straight forward. A good machine shop should be able
to help with many inspection and measurement questions like whether the
crank needs a regrind, how much should be taken off, what size rings and/or
pistons you'll need, balancing the parts, magnafluxing the head for cracks,
etc. A few things to consider are whether you want a different (hotter)
regrind on the cam, replacing the valves and seats with hardened ones, and
whether you want to add a rear crank seal.
Also consider where you're willing to stop. My last engine rebuild
(necessary for broken rings) cost over $4000; I thought as long as the
engine is out, those front suspension bushings and brake lines are a lot
easier to get at, and it would be easy to repaint the engine bay. But why
stop there-let's respray the whole car for a proper match... You get the
idea.
Neal G.
'61 BT7
Subject: Engine rebuild wisdom sought
Listers,
<<But when it goes back in the car I intend for it to be a long time before
it comes out again, so I'd like to be as proactive as possible now.>>
Dave
61 BN7
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