I made the following comments in another thread. I was told that it deserves its own thread. I believe we have had similar discussions before. However, since our forum participation has grown and is rather dynamic in participation...it is one of those topics that could benefit many by way of repetition. Additionally, this could easily go to the "Tech" forum, but I believe that, since it deals with "attitude and philosophy" as much as technical...it easily belongs in general discussion. Should moderators think differently, feel free to move it.
How do you folks think about a "rebuild?" Do you automatically think that it involves wholesale replacement of internal parts...even before diss-assembly? My take is that I would want to tear the engine down and examine the condition of parts before determining the extent of rebuild required.
For example, if the ring groves in existing pistons and wrist pin clearances are within tolerance...would you still replace them? I have "refreshed" engines by re-using good pistons, honing the cylinders, reusing lifters, lifter rods, and in a couple instances, used standard replacement bearings for rods and mains when all else looked good.
We have had these discussions before, but for some, who are new in the hobby and, lack funds to do a complete build with all new parts...it could mean the difference in enjoying a lifelong hobby or having to walk away discouraged.
How do you folks think about a "rebuild?" Do you automatically think that it involves wholesale replacement of internal parts...even before diss-assembly? My take is that I would want to tear the engine down and examine the condition of parts before determining the extent of rebuild required.
For example, if the ring groves in existing pistons and wrist pin clearances are within tolerance...would you still replace them? I have "refreshed" engines by re-using good pistons, honing the cylinders, reusing lifters, lifter rods, and in a couple instances, used standard replacement bearings for rods and mains when all else looked good.
We have had these discussions before, but for some, who are new in the hobby and, lack funds to do a complete build with all new parts...it could mean the difference in enjoying a lifelong hobby or having to walk away discouraged.
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