Listers,
I'm in the process of assembling my engine, starting with my freshly
machined block, and I was wondering what I should do to ensure success. I
spent a tidy sum on the machine work, pistons, cam grind etc. and want to
avoid rookie mistakes. I've caressed the exterior, re-valved the head and
played with the dual carbs, but I'm still an engine-build virgin. When all
the parts are in, how should it feel when I crank her by hand? Loose,
tight or oh-my-gawd, I felt something pop.
John Fagerlund
John -
One more thing I forgot. When installing pistons/con rods, cut 2-3"
pieces of fuel hose and slip them over the studs on the con rods. That
keeps 'em from scarfing up the crank as you install the pistons in the
cylinders.
Allen
Allen H. Bachelder =iii=<
Sinking Creek Home for Wayward MGs
New Castle, VA 24127
USA
540/544-7333
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