How to rebuild an engine
(→Locating an engine to rebuild) |
(→Tools and work area) |
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'''What tools are needed?''' | '''What tools are needed?''' | ||
− | You will need a basic set of hand tools, such as end wrenches,ratchet and socket set, screwdriver set, and a gasket scraper. This basic set of tools will get you through the disassembly steps. | + | You will need a basic set of hand tools, such as a good variety of bexed end wrenches,ratchet and socket set, screwdriver set, and a gasket scraper. This basic set of tools will get you through the majority of the disassembly steps. |
You will need a few special tools when it comes time to build or reassemble the engine. A torque wrench, Plastigauge [http://www.plastigauge.co.uk/],and a cam bearing installing tool (unless machine shop installs cam bearings). Also you may need a ridge reamer, A ring groove cleaner, a ring expander, a ring trimmer, a ring compressor, and a good cylinder hone. | You will need a few special tools when it comes time to build or reassemble the engine. A torque wrench, Plastigauge [http://www.plastigauge.co.uk/],and a cam bearing installing tool (unless machine shop installs cam bearings). Also you may need a ridge reamer, A ring groove cleaner, a ring expander, a ring trimmer, a ring compressor, and a good cylinder hone. | ||
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How to choose the proper tools? | How to choose the proper tools? | ||
+ | Most Chiltons and Haynes books will tell you what you need on a specific vechicle. | ||
'''Where to buy?''' | '''Where to buy?''' | ||