How to rebuild an engine
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-Be sure when using or replacing any and all bolts with stainless or aluminum to use anti-seize on the threads. | -Be sure when using or replacing any and all bolts with stainless or aluminum to use anti-seize on the threads. | ||
| − | -Always check the unit system and grade of replacement fasteners. Using metric instead of US measurements is not in any way acceptable, nor is using ungraded or the wrong grade fasteners. Always use the fastener designated appropriate for your application. Using the wrong fastener will likely compromise the engine, its parts and/or put one at risk. In some instances, using too "strong" of a fastener may do more harm than good because they were intended to break before serious engine damage could occur. | + | -Always check the unit system and grade of replacement fasteners. Using metric instead of US measurements, for example, is not in any way acceptable, nor is using ungraded or the wrong grade fasteners. Always use the fastener designated appropriate for your application. Using the wrong fastener will likely compromise the engine, its parts and/or put one at risk. In some instances, using too "strong" of a fastener may do more harm than good because they were intended to break before serious engine damage could occur. |
== Testing and break-in == | == Testing and break-in == | ||
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