Craig13
Proven Member
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- Mar 25, 2020
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Surprise,
Arizona
I recently got my 7 bolt back from a shop that was supposed to be building with basically no work being done. The engine is completely torn down and the block has been inspected and measured. I have decided to complete the build myself as I feel confident that I can do it, plus it's time to take the plunge and build my first motor. I am looking for a little guidance in a few areas that I am not the most familiar (mostly machining).
1. I will be going to larger pistons and reusing my stock rods (new bearings obviously). The guy that had it kept mentioning reconditioning the rods. What exactly is this process and what does it do?
2. What exactly needs to be done as far as balancing the rotating assembly? I know the pistons need to be equal weight and the crankshaft is balanced when it is produced, but is there anything I need to do with them altogether?
3. I have read about the balls in the crankshaft being removed. What is the benefit to doing this?
Thank you for any help! I am confident I can do this but moderately overwhelmed with assembling the rotating assembly. I appreciate any and all advice.
1. I will be going to larger pistons and reusing my stock rods (new bearings obviously). The guy that had it kept mentioning reconditioning the rods. What exactly is this process and what does it do?
2. What exactly needs to be done as far as balancing the rotating assembly? I know the pistons need to be equal weight and the crankshaft is balanced when it is produced, but is there anything I need to do with them altogether?
3. I have read about the balls in the crankshaft being removed. What is the benefit to doing this?
Thank you for any help! I am confident I can do this but moderately overwhelmed with assembling the rotating assembly. I appreciate any and all advice.