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Old 12-09-2012, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by mgarblik View Post
Not a big fan of stamping delicate engine parts like connecting rods or main caps. If I stamp them, which I do sometimes, plan on resizing the housing bores. At a minimum, check therm before use. Stamping will distort them, especially aluminum rods. I much prefer using an engraver. Just another little trick I learned from the best, Joe Mondello and a few other "old timers". It's all about the details.
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I try to treat each part very carefully and check every part several times. I also use an engraver to mark parts, if necessary. I try to work on only one assembly at a time which keeps the possibility of mixing parts remote.

I do not build an engine when I am tired or in a hurry.

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