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02-26-2012, 12:42 PM | #1 |
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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 |
02-26-2012, 12:50 PM | #2 |
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Re: Block inserts question
I'd consider that pretty risky unless they have done it before.
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02-26-2012, 12:53 PM | #3 |
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Re: Block inserts question
i would only use an experienced shop ............
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02-26-2012, 01:49 PM | #4 |
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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.
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02-26-2012, 05:28 PM | #5 | |
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Re: Block inserts question
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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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02-26-2012, 05:29 PM | #6 |
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