[GOAT WHORE]

Originally Posted by gtofreek

If there is someone you can trust, then yes. You will need the flywheel to do it. Then have them mark it's position on the flywheel.

Paul the last guy to do machine work for me around here I had to talk him into checking the balance on a used rotating assembly and it only got checked the second go around after the rings did not seat the first build. And it was way off!
I will have one on the way to you soon. Any suggestions for a pressure plate and clutch?

[gtofreek]

If you want to go the dual disk way, the McLeod dual disk clutch is a nice unit. Otherwise I have been out of the clutch world for a while so I don't know what else to recommend. I was impressed with the McLeod unit though.

[gtofreek]

I think that's what I'm going to use in my car.

[GOAT WHORE]

McLeod twin disc RST clutch kit on your way my friend.
Wow, that hurt the wallet Hope I have enough coin left to get my shortblock back from you

[John Eiseman]

Ah come on Greg, you only need to sell some or many of those nice parts you have stashed away. Keep the best for your Grandmas car!
I've enjoyed reading the technical aspects of rebuilding this engine. Learning lots. Keep up the good work!

[gtofreek]

OK, finally got some more pics edited. Here are pics of the windage tray install.

Also one pic of where I had to clearance the block to clear the crank counterweight.

[gtofreek]

Here are some more pics.

Pic one shows how centered the rod is in the piston.

Other pics showing the T-chain alignment. I always check it for alignment. They will wear out extremely fast if not in alignment.

[gtofreek]

Some final shots of finished shortblock.

[gtofreek]

Here is what bolts look like if you just wire wheel them.

[gtofreek]

Here is what they look like if you glass bead blast them first, then wire wheel them. This is how I like to restore bolts.

[MrWrestlingII]

Paul,

What pickup are you using on the oil pump and what are the advantages over the stock Melling pickup?

[GOAT WHORE]

It's a canton pick up to go with there road race pan.

[MrWrestlingII]

Makes sense now, thx

[gtofreek]

Got the engine wrapped up and in the shipping crate. Need to get a ratchet strap tomorrow to strap the front of the engine down.

[gtofreek]

Got the pressure plate balanced, but unfortunately, forgot to get pictures of it. I had to bolt it on and off the flywheel in different positions to get it to a position where it was the closest to being balanced and where it had the least amount of runout. One position had it spinning damn near perfectly true. Had to remove about 8 grams from it. Now it's less than a gram out.

I marked the flywheel and the pressure plate and intermediate disk[two disk clutch] with a dykem stripe and an "X". X marks the spot. Just line them all up and go.

[GOAT WHORE]

My baby's coming home!

[gtofreek]

Engine left the shop today! Hopefully they don't mess around and get it to you in a couple days.

[GOAT WHORE]

Just got my shortblock today, safe and sound! Paul packed this thing so well it was not going to get damaged!
Thanks for calling and checking if my engine arrived today Paul. Said it before but I will say it again, you have gone far and above my expectations. Thank you again for everything.

[GOAT WHORE]

I unpacked and got on my stand but did not unwrap to take any photos as I don't want any dust getting in it.
Paul sent all my stickers, instructions, receipts from drop shipped items and even sent a hat I got from Summit. Also sent a detailed blue print of the work done.
Next step is to get order some lifters, bolt on the heads and measure for push rods. Need to order some rockers also.
Can't wait to get this engine buttoned up.

[gtofreek]

Good deal Greg! Glad it arrived well.