First thing I did was check the pushrod… Using an electric pump, so I cut 1/2” off the bottom of rod and set it back in place. It’s not contacting the cam. But I did check it to make sure that wasn’t the source…thanks for your input!
Yes...bore good! Thankfully... I'm guessin' it just stuck to the piston first hit because there were no other witness marks. One spot on the head and I pried it off the piston that had no other witness marks... Woo Hoo! Happy camper!
Damn, better than a rod knock. I always figured they made those screws out of brass for that reason. For future reference, skip trying to peen them over and use locktite.
Yep! My new extended oversize throttle shafts came and first thing I did was check my supply of Loctite!
Lucky man. Great news for you. It could have fell in place while traveling down the road and really caused some damage.
I know! I shut it off after a decent ride, let it sit for a bit then restarted because I was checking for percolation issues with the Stromberg carbs I installed! I had eliminated my vapor and perc issues with the Holleys. It started right up and about 5-10 seconds in it started to hammer away. It’s astonishing how much noise that little screw fragment made! BUT, issue resolved! Thanks everyone for your input, it is greatly appreciated!!
Since we're on the subject, the screws don't need a full peen over. 1 or 2****** punch hits at the edges. With all the new chemicals in modern gas I don't rely on Loctite in that spot. Another trick is to muller up the last couple threads by the top, the screw head. Enforce the "cross threads are tougher than Loctite" theory. Yes my beloved HAMB brethren, my opinion. This topic is like that colonoscopy or prostate exam you never want but have to get. Turned out OK but what a pain in the**** to get there
In the top picture of the cylinder, what is that on the right side of the picture that looks like a grove in the piston and cylinder wall? Is it a reflection on the cylinder wall of the notch in the top of the piston?
I saw that too. I think it’s a reflection of the notch in the piston. If you look at about 2 o’clock, you’ll see another reflection of a blemish on the top of the piston too. glad this turned out well!!!
Yes! A definite pain in the*****! But, I did take care of a couple things I’ve been wanting to address. So I taking a positive approach, otherwise I could lose it! I think I’ll just do some minor taps on the new screws and shafts when I install this time…thanks for your input!
Yes…reflection of screw and piston notch. Scared me because I thought I had catastrophic damage! All good though…
New gasket, cylinder head torqued. I did adjust the valves. I’ve been wanting to since my valve train overhaul. Some were a little off but not too bad after a bunch of run time. Ready to install! Of course I created more work for myself because I forgot the oil pressure line and zinged it off at the fitting! Thanks everyone for your input!
These are my guides… Makes doing this job alone way easier. Guides into trans, pressure rearward on engine, rotate crank and it pops right in!!
I have a warm fuzzy feeling when fellow "rod nuts" catch a break. I watched your posts on IG, glad it didn't all fall like a house o cards.
Works like a charm! I don't need a second set of hands. I set trans height with floor jack and slide it in!
The thoughts going through my head weren't good...I don't have the cash to redo a flattie. Some may find it strange, but this thing is mental therapy for me. Things tend to fade when I'm out on the road with it. Yeah...I had a slack stretch on IG for a while, but recently started uploading again. It's a convenient platform for quick stuff. I appreciate the follow Highlander! Thanks for hangin' out!
Friggin’ primary carb?? Nothing I even messed with since I acquired them! The remaining half is black and dirty, so it’s been broken for a while! Friggin’*****y trap!!
Back together and running even better!! Thanks everyone for your input, greatly appreciated!! Time to drive the wheels off it!!
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