Rebuilding an engine
If I can do it, you can too!
You might review all of the info several times, and ask some questions, here.
Not all vids are comprehensive, nor are they the final word.
Also, everyone has an opinion, and they aren't all applicable to your situation.
Sifting through the info is a good thing to do!
You might review all of the info several times, and ask some questions, here.
Not all vids are comprehensive, nor are they the final word.
Also, everyone has an opinion, and they aren't all applicable to your situation.
Sifting through the info is a good thing to do!
stick to LSx specific articles, theres a lot of differences between them and traditional motors. Im building my own 408 from scratch including file fitting my rings as well. I've done some of the work on seperate jobs before but never a total start to finish. So far it hasnt been bad, ive got 3 different books and a multitutde of online articles and links on here.
Obviously though, let the machine shop do any machine work dont try that part yourself.
Obviously though, let the machine shop do any machine work dont try that part yourself.
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those videos are what inspired me to start my build almost 2 years ago, good stuff! Anyone can build a short block that is willing to spend the time and learn.
There are a few LS specific things to know (direction of main caps, #3 thrust bearing, torque sequences, etc.), but they are well documented on this site.
Joseph Potak's book was also instrumental in completing my build successfully.
There are a few LS specific things to know (direction of main caps, #3 thrust bearing, torque sequences, etc.), but they are well documented on this site.
Joseph Potak's book was also instrumental in completing my build successfully.
