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04-01-2013, 11:44 PM | #1 |
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Storing a Flathead Block
I've just brought a good hot-tanked 8BA flathead block home as a spare. I've curently sat it in the shed, inlet manifold down, on two blocks of wood, sprayed CRC everywhere I can get, and wrapped it in a cotton sheet to keep dust out. Anything I'm missing for long-term preservation?
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04-01-2013, 11:53 PM | #2 |
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Re: Storing a Flathead Block
Cotton will absorb moisture. Not sure what CRC product you used. I've used engine assembly oil on the bores and other machined surfaces. There are some metal perservatives that contain wax, and this seals the surface from contact with oxygen and moisture. Use two large trash bags.
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04-02-2013, 08:12 AM | #3 |
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Re: Storing a Flathead Block
Use Cosmoline. Be careful of plastic bags as they can act like a green house and trap moisture.
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04-02-2013, 09:21 AM | #4 |
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Re: Storing a Flathead Block
You can use rag material around iron & steel parts as long as it is oil soaked but even that is somewhat temporary. A good rub with grease and plastic trash bag cover will work for a long period of time but nothing will last more than a few years except a hot dip in paralketone (cosmoline for some) and very dry storage.
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04-03-2013, 01:44 AM | #5 |
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Re: Storing a Flathead Block
Thanks Guys - good advice. The CRC is the "5.56" lubrication/anti-rust/general purpose product. Think I'll get some grease onto it as the next easiest step.
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04-03-2013, 09:56 AM | #6 |
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04-03-2013, 10:02 AM | #7 |
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Re: Storing a Flathead Block
I have used about everything over the years and I think Gibbs Brand oil is the best and you will be able to paint later with no trouble. Problem with cotton or any fabric especially in a shed could be rodents nest material, don't know what would protect against their waste.
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04-03-2013, 12:37 PM | #8 |
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Google "Engine Fogger". It's specifically designed and used for storing engines.
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04-03-2013, 06:16 PM | #9 |
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Re: Storing a Flathead Block
Brush machined surfaces with raw linseed oil (not boiled), it lasts virtually indefinitely.
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04-03-2013, 06:52 PM | #10 |
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plug all openings with steel wool against mice.
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