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I have a tight clearance area. Probably fine unless I land a jump while the engine is torqued over (likely to cause other bigger issues). But I'd like more space if I can. Has anyone had experience shaving the block? Any reasons not to?
I have cut many of these blocks to fit them in tube-frame cars...
Just be mindful of the oil passage that is near by.
This is also a good time to remove any stress risers and casting flash (although these blocks are pretty good as is).
I have cut many of these blocks to fit them in tube-frame cars...
Just be mindful of the oil passage that is near by.
This is also a good time to remove any stress risers and casting flash (although these blocks are pretty good as is).
What tool would you recommend for cutting that part off? I was thinking a sawzall cutting right along that line.
Any tips for removing stress risers and casting flash? This is the first I've heard of doing that.
What tool would you recommend for cutting that part off? I was thinking a sawzall cutting right along that line.
Any tips for removing stress risers and casting flash? This is the first I've heard of doing that.
I personally pre-heat the cylinder blocks in large ovens intended for powder-coating...
and then cut-off what I need to with different sized pneumatic cut-off wheels.
I dess/ finish those areas of the cylinder block with a die-grinder, and then a wet-stone.
I run over any casting flash with a grinder, then file most sharp edges. If nothing else it saves me cut up hands later while installing or servicing it.
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Thoughts on shaving the block? 
