Status?

Still waiting to get the motor back together. Hopefully next week.

Can you give us an idea of what you are replacing?

I finally got the motor back and installed. Ran it for the first time today. Fingers crossed it seems ok, slight hint of smoke when revving, but nothing like before. I haven't had a chance to do any fine tuning. Just happy its back together and not creating a smoke screen. 

We replaced the rings with a new set (Hastings). Best he can figure is the oil rings were poor quality and weren't scraping the oil. He didn't like the way they felt or looked. 

I am really good at removing and installing the engine. Pro tips.... Leave engine mounts loose on motor. Have a good load leveler on the hoist. I rigged mine so I could use a 3/8 impact on it, instead of the handle. 

 

 

 

My phone didn't ring!!!

I am glad it seems much better

Please be sure to check the valve lash adjustment. Best of luck to you friend. Been through a lot.

Thanks guys. Fingers crossed. I still have a ton of work to do.

Yarb, valve lash is set per specs. I don't know why it sounds so loud in the video. Much quieter in person. 

That’s fantastic, Keep up the good work friend