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Old 03-17-2021, 09:06 PM
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As the title says the block is at the machine shop getting prepped before the assembly, other than casting flash that needs to be die grinded and smoothed in the valley area, is there anything else that needs attention while at this stage? Final hone still to do. Head area skimmed.

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Cam bearings replaced? check the mains?
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Did you ask your machinist?
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Cam bearings replaced? check the mains?
Cam bearing have been removed and will be replaced, he is going to check the mains and if needed hone. I really hoping the mains are within spec as I don't want to alter the timing chain C to C dimensions, thanks 1Fastbrick.
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Originally Posted by WE TODD DID
Did you ask your machinist?
I'm trying to educate myself but thanks for answering my question with a question.
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Tell your machinist that "I read this on the internet" and see what happens....

If you have trust in your machinist, take his recommendations.
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Originally Posted by WE TODD DID
Tell your machinist that "I read this on the internet" and see what happens.

Now that's funny $hit right there!!!
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Originally Posted by cula8r
I'm trying to educate myself but thanks for answering my question with a question.

I really don't think We Todd was being sarcastic. I also think it's a good idea to sit down with your machinist and have a good discussion on your expectations and goals. Then if there's something that your not sure about, I'm sure he'd be more than happy to explain it. If there are things that can have a couple different options, then come here and ask.
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I come here to enrich my knowledge base, others well that's another story.
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If you took your block to a LS experienced machinist/engine builder, I'd discuss goals and ask "what would you do if it was yours?"
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Originally Posted by WE TODD DID
Tell your machinist that "I read this on the internet" and see what happens....

If you have trust in your machinist, take his recommendations.
Eric, you really should make a signature and tell the world who you are. Pretty sure others would take you a whole lot more serious.
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Where's the fun in that?

Good advice, be honest about your goals and budget then ask your machinist.
Bad advice, watch youtube then tell your machinist how to do his job.
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Eric, you really should make a signature and tell the world who you are. Pretty sure others would take you a whole lot more serious.
I will PayPal you like $8 if you make your Sig say UNCLE TEACHER ER.

That's like at least a decent sandwich at Firehouse Subs
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Originally Posted by Darth_V8r
I will PayPal you like $8 if you make your Sig say UNCLE TEACHER ER.

That's like at least a decent sandwich at Firehouse Subs
I’ll do the same Eric. That’s a sandwich for you and a student...
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Im in for $8 too. I prefer mines buys you some veggies on the side tho ; )
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Heres a fun fact, I told my last engine builder that I read on the internet RHS blocks have problems and poor customer support. He said "nonsense". I suggested we go with the Dart. He said, " Dont worry bout it, I ve been doing this for 20years! Besides, you re in the friends zone now!"
True story.
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Heres a fun fact, I told my last engine builder that I read on the internet RHS blocks have problems and poor customer support. He said "nonsense". I suggested we go with the Dart. He said, " Dont worry bout it, I ve been doing this for 20years! Besides, you re in the friends zone now!"
True story.
I noticed you said last and not current... How did that work out for you???
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Lol, now offering up to temp block n cylinder head testing, descaling, and flush services.
Willing to sell rights to hot block cylinder honing apparatus too!
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Originally Posted by Darth_V8r
I will PayPal you like $8 if you make your Sig say UNCLE TEACHER ER.

That's like at least a decent sandwich at Firehouse Subs
I had firehouse for lunch yesterday
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I had firehouse for lunch yesterday
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