Crankshaft binds after engine hot dipped

[Kahuna]

I think the babbitt is done. All machine shops that I have ever dealt with tell you that the solution will destroy all bearings. Which is why they don't want cam bearings in the block at the dipping time (yes, I know A's don't have cam bearings)

[hardtimes]

Originally Posted by Kahuna

I think the babbitt is done. All machine shops that I have ever dealt with tell you that the solution will destroy all bearings. Which is why they don't want cam bearings in the block at the dipping time (yes, I know A's don't have cam bearings)

I agree/second your sentiments !
I just took a B block to this auto machine shop that does nothing but engines. When I mentioned possible chemical cleaning. He indicated that not only did it not need cleaning, but that that would destroy the Babbitt in the block.

[moasew]

The blue shows cap contact in all three .The rear main does not show contact on the back half for one side only.

[1931 flamingo]

No offense, but when you start this and go for a ride take your cell phone and AAA card with you.
Paul