In 1994, Ford started using a roller cam in the 351W. It
In 1994, Ford started using a roller cam in the 351W. It
If I’m not using torque plates, I tape up both sides and trim out the bores. I use painter’s tape, which comes off easily and doesn’t leave any glue residue. I get much less oil in the spray washer this way.
Chevy Balancer Fixture
I use a harmonic balancer installation tool for big and small block Chevys and just flip it around to mount on my lathe. Easily remove .010”-.015” wear groves or polish poor-quality surfaces like new.
Derek LudingtonLudington EnginesZumbrota, MN
It Cleans Intakes Too
Check out February’s shop tips and tricks.
Next time you have set of large journal small block Chevy connecting rods to resize, consider honing the big ends of them for a +.002” outside diameter bearing that the LS engines with fracture cap rods use.
Everyone misses occasionally, and this helps avoid dents and damage.
November tricks and tips for the shop!
When machining on the CNC mill, it’s necessary to blow the flood coolant and chips off the parts for inspection. I tried a tool holder mounted fan, but it wouldn’t get all the chips and coolant out of the deeper areas.
September tricks and tips for the shop!
August tips and tricks for the shop!
When the timing cover or block has no dowel pins, or the dowel holes do not fit snug on the pins. Take an old damper and hone the center so that it is now a slip fit onto the crank snout. Use it to hold the cover in place while tightening the bolts.