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11-09-2013, 04:52 PM | #1 |
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aluminuminging engine?
Ok, I've read what's available in our past files regarding 'claying' for head/piston clearances. Also, regarding aluminum ball use method. Indications are that I've got a serious clearance problem. I have aluminum, but do not know if a guy makes alum balls or buys such ? And , what SIZE are the balls make; how are they used..placement; kept in place..what ?
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11-09-2013, 05:26 PM | #2 |
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Re: aluminuminging engine?
Aluminum might be a bit hard.. I would stay with clay or possibly soft solder. then Size really doesn't matter.
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11-09-2013, 05:28 PM | #3 |
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Re: aluminuminging engine?
Roll kitchen aluminum foil into little balls but not so tight that they won't collapse.
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11-09-2013, 05:47 PM | #5 |
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Re: aluminuminging engine?
They're held in place with a dab of grease.
Real hotrodder's use Butch Wax though!
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11-09-2013, 07:29 PM | #7 |
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Re: aluminuminging engine?
Thanks to ALL,
I feel confident now in trying/using this method. I also read in the files that someone suggested and uses 'body putty', as it hardens when left set....therefore, 'easier' to measure ! Any comments pos/neg on this method ? Finally, my hands 'shakes a bit' and I have problems seeing what's shaking . Is there a mike instrument that you would recommend, that would be easier to use/see...mabe something digital with large numbers ? |
11-09-2013, 08:18 PM | #8 |
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Re: aluminuminging engine?
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11-09-2013, 09:09 PM | #9 |
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Re: aluminuminging engine?
I used to buy modeling clay at a hobby store for few bucks.
Pretty sticky so A little talcum powder helps to avoid it sticking to the head. Peel and measure with caliper. |
11-10-2013, 12:04 AM | #10 |
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Re: aluminuminging engine?
......And hope the dimension doesn't change during the peeling process!
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