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by ACDodd
Sat Jun 11, 2016 7:10 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: pistons
Replies: 19
Views: 4130

Re: pistons

by ACDodd
Sat Jun 04, 2016 12:13 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: engine push rod length's
Replies: 8
Views: 3360

Re: engine push rod length's

Pushrods can be shortened and lengthened to give the opening characteristics needed for a particular application. Shimming of the rockers needs to be carried out first then the pushrod length needs to be determined to give the opening curve commensurate with the application needed.

AC
by ACDodd
Sun May 29, 2016 3:14 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Main bearings
Replies: 8
Views: 2893

Re: Main bearings

No good just looking at journals they need to be measured accurately. I would very much doubt your main journals are still in spec with shells in that condition. Haul it out and have a measure up and decide from there what needs to be done. Let measurements guide you to success.

Ac
by ACDodd
Wed May 25, 2016 12:19 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Damper Oil?
Replies: 21
Views: 4044

Re: Damper Oil?

It is definitely me Roy!

Ac
by ACDodd
Wed May 25, 2016 12:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ACDodd......
Replies: 3
Views: 1509

Re: ACDodd......

Depends what you are expecting from the modified cam if its a standard replacement then my OE grind is what you need. If its very good torque low and mid with an increase in the hi end its the RT cam. If its a sports cam with a torque bulge aroun 3.5 to 4.5krpm then the rs cam is what you need. Smal...
by ACDodd
Tue May 24, 2016 12:38 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Damper Oil?
Replies: 21
Views: 4044

Re: Damper Oil?

Damper oil is individual to the carb. No one grade will suit every carb if you want the best from your engine.

Ac
by ACDodd
Mon May 23, 2016 11:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ACDodd......
Replies: 3
Views: 1509

ACDodd......

I seem to be mentioned a few times on here, so here I am, happy to talk engines.

AC