Block inserts question
 

Can I take my block to a local machine shop and have them line bore it to
take the main bearing insert shells?

Thanks JB

Re: Block inserts question
 

I'd consider that pretty risky unless they have done it before.

Re: Block inserts question
 

i would only use an experienced shop ............

Re: Block inserts question
 

Not only does the bore have to be right for the shells, the crank-to-cam spacing has to be correct to. Make sure the shop can get this spacing right.

Re: Block inserts question
 

That's one reason I like my Kwik Way LBM. It locates the crank bore according to the cam spacing and the centerline of the block. I have bored about a hundred blocks for babbitt and inserts and have never had more or less than .002-3 lash at the gears.

Like above, risky business unless the shop has done it before. I had an experienced machinist to instruct me on more than one block before I did one on my own. Lots to watch out for and lots to go wrong that can ruin a block. I have a couple I saved that came from shops like you suggest and show the nightmares to potential customers.

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BTW, there are nightmares that come from your area too. From people who should know better but don't care. All $$$$$$$