Pistons, Rings and Bearings removed!

[badvs3vil]

I watched this video.

When I first installed it, I only put some sealer on the edge of the ring itself. I didnt feel like it was sealed enough after watching that video above. If you check it out, it will take you right to where he is installing his. I pretty much did exactly what he is doing.

Let me know your thoughts.

 

[badvs3vil]

Oh and here is the end when he installed the cap.

I however didnt glue the sides on.

 

[badvs3vil]

Here's how it looks from the outside.

 

[badvs3vil]

I took time today to test fit the cam and lifters. I put a little oil on the cam journals and also a little oil on the sides of the lifters and got them all set in. I checked to make sure all lifters moved freely and also made sure they all turned by themselves with the cam.

One thing I learned doing this today is that this cam bearing journals all tapper in size, smaller in the back and bigger in the front. Had no idea till today.

 

[1970FuryConv]

I watched this video.

When I first installed it, I only put some sealer on the edge of the ring itself. I didnt feel like it was sealed enough after watching that video above. If you check it out, it will take you right to where he is installing his. I pretty much did exactly what he is doing.

Let me know your thoughts.

I agree with everything he did. I like the idea of using the 3M weatherstrip to glue the side seals in. I always have a of battle to keep them from sliding up while I push the rear main down.
I like the sealant at the joints of the rear main seals and down the sides. I think Joe knows what he's doing. You did a good job following his example. Your install looks good.

 

[badvs3vil]

I just got done measuring the crank shaft end play and also how far down the hole the piston sits. Crank end play is .005 and piston is down in the hole around .101/2 Tweaked the numbers in the calculator just so I can have 7.77:1... LOL

 

[badvs3vil]

Just picked up my rings and did a quick check. Top ring gap is .026 and second is .030.

Im ready to build now!!!!

 

[1970FuryConv]

Adding the thicker head gasket reduced your compression ratio.
At least you know it wont have any problem running on regular gas.

 

[badvs3vil]

well, today was going good until I tried to test first a head. I got the pistons and cam in.

The issue I am having is with the dowel pins. My shop didnt put any back in and I didnt find it till I was home, they are cheap, so I said dont worry about it and ordered some of these - Pioneer Automotive PC-725-25 Pioneer Cylinder Head Dowel Pins | Summit Racing

They were a little snug going in the block, even with a little bit of lube and a hammer. However, I got them in. But when I put a head on, the head wouldnt drop down. I tried a rubber malet with no luck, I then tried to run a couple bolts down, which it did drop down pretty easy, but when I took the head back off, I found that it shaved down one side of one pin.

I ordered a pin puller today to make sure I can get the pin back out and I have some more pins, just not sure what I am missing here.

Thoughts?

 

[1970FuryConv]

well, today was going good until I tried to test first a head. I got the pistons and cam in.

The issue I am having is with the dowel pins. My shop didnt put any back in and I didnt find it till I was home, they are cheap, so I said dont worry about it and ordered some of these - Pioneer Automotive PC-725-25 Pioneer Cylinder Head Dowel Pins | Summit Racing

They were a little snug going in the block, even with a little bit of lube and a hammer. However, I got them in. But when I put a head on, the head wouldnt drop down. I tried a rubber malet with no luck, I then tried to run a couple bolts down, which it did drop down pretty easy, but when I took the head back off, I found that it shaved down one side of one pin.

I ordered a pin puller today to make sure I can get the pin back out and I have some more pins, just not sure what I am missing here.

Thoughts?

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Hi Kenny,
Your mistake was hitting the dowel pins with a hammer. You mushroomed the tops of the dowel pins, so the heads won't go into position because the top of the dowel pin is too big.
Next time you could test fit the dowel pins in the heads. If they fit the heads but don't fit the block, you could drill out the mounting holes in the block to the diameter of the dowel pins. They should go in with just a few taps of a hammer. If you have to hit them hard, you've already lost the game.
If the dowel pins won't come out, you could try a flat piece of sheet metal (like heating duct) to shield the top of the engine block. Then you could get a small circular grinding wheel that would go on your electric drill. You would bevel the area around the top of the dowel pin and see if you couldn't get the heads to drop into position. The key is you always need to have the flat piece of sheet metal between your grinding wheel and the top of your block. Note: this method should only be used when all methods of removing the dowel pins fail. Best of Luck, Ben.

 

[badvs3vil]

Hi Kenny,
Your mistake was hitting the dowel pins with a hammer. You mushroomed the tops of the dowel pins, so the heads won't go into position because the top of the dowel pin is too big.
Next time you could test fit the dowel pins in the heads. If they fit the heads but don't fit the block, you could drill out the mounting holes in the block to the diameter of the dowel pins. They should go in with just a few taps of a hammer. If you have to hit them hard, you've already lost the game.
If the dowel pins won't come out, you could try a flat piece of sheet metal (like heating duct) to shield the top of the engine block. Then you could get a small circular grinding wheel that would go on your electric drill. You would bevel the area around the top of the dowel pin and see if you couldn't get the heads to drop into position. The key is you always need to have the flat piece of sheet metal between your grinding wheel and the top of your block. Note: this method should only be used when all methods of removing the dowel pins fail. Best of Luck, Ben.

Thanks Ben

I'll try and pull them out first tomorrow with the puller. I think only that one will be an issue out of the four.

Ugh, you live and learn.

 

[twostick]

Thanks Ben

I'll try and pull them out first tomorrow with the puller. I think only that one will be an issue out of the four.

Ugh, you live and learn.

Check the installed length too. If they are too tall, the head won't come down square on the deck.

Kevin

 

[badvs3vil]

Quick update, I was able to sand the pins just a little got the heads to sit perfect. I got them all installed.

I do want to say thanks to everyone that is helping along the way and also a special shoutout to @1970FuryConv, thank you sir!

Here are some updated pics from the build.

 

[65sporty]

It's looking good

 

[1970FuryConv]

Quick update, I was able to sand the pins just a little got the heads to sit perfect. I got them all installed.

I do want to say thanks to everyone that is helping along the way and also a special shoutout to @1970FuryConv, thank you sir!

Here are some updated pics from the build.

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Looks like nice work!
I like the office chair. My garage has 2 stools and 2 bucket seats from a van.

 

[badvs3vil]

Well today was a good day to put things together! I got the Trans in and most of the engine built. I got some oil in it and tested pressure, I was getting 80psi with just the drill. Oil came out of everywhere it was supposed to!

 

[1970FuryConv]

I'd have had some kind of Jack stand under the right side with the tire that far off the wheel stand.

Good progress on the engine!

 

[badvs3vil]

I'd have had some kind of Jack stand under the right side with the tire that far off the wheel stand.
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Good progress on the engine!

I forgot to show how the front was... LOL

 

[1970FuryConv]

Hi Kenny
Glad you had some additional support!
Rolling under a car with only hydraulic support is risky business. And we can't recover from being flattened like the coyote did when an ACME machine malfunctioned.

Looking forward to your continued progress! Ben

 

[badvs3vil]

I didnt get to post yesterday because it was a LONG day. However...

TADA!

I still have plenty to go and be ready for break in but im moving. I am hoping to break it in by this weekend.