04-27-2024, 07:21 AM | #1 |
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Block Restamp
I need to re-stamp my engine block - I've found the kit. Looks like it might be a lit tight swinging a hammer -- would a rivet gun be more controllable?
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04-27-2024, 08:16 AM | #2 |
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Re: Block Restamp
The problem with a rivet gun is that it has many strokes when you pull the trigger. I think you would end up with a real mess with an illegible set of numbers. Just my opinion. I would use a 3 or 4 lb hammer and strike it ONCE very hard per number. You might need to remove the hood to get more room. If you use a magnet below the numbers, it would align the numbers quite well. If I were you I would practice on a casting that is no good before stamping the engine block.
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04-27-2024, 08:19 AM | #3 |
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Re: Block Restamp
Use a ball peen hammer.
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I agree with Bob
and dont align the numbers too straight........... after all most were a little crooked. |
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04-27-2024, 02:52 PM | #7 |
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Re: Block Restamp
Don’t be a sissy… swing the hammer with an attitude.
Trying to re-stamp a number that is too light is not what you want to be doing.
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Quote:
Ford stamped the blocks after they were painted.
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04-29-2024, 06:52 PM | #9 |
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I have done this several times with the engine in the car. I remove the left headlight and stand behind the bumper. Try a few practice swings with a 2-3 # short handle sledgehammer before you go for real. One sharp blow and that is it. A lightweight hammer will not do it. You have to swing way too hard and you have a very confined area to work with in.
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04-29-2024, 07:13 PM | #10 |
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Be very careful on this. If your vehicle is registered with your engine number that doesn't match your title and you change it you can get in a lot of trouble with the authorities.
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