|
* Before disassembly,
power wash the engine. You must have a clean environment when it
comes time to reassembly.
When disassembling the
engine, carefully inspect all components for wear and damage.
-
Remove all main and cam
bearings.
-
Remove the plugs from
oil galleys and thoroughly powers wash the cylinder block and
cylinder head.
-
Inspect camshaft and
lifters - replace or regrind if not to specifications.
-
Inspect crankshaft -
replace or regrind if it does not meet specifications.
-
Inspect rocker arms and
rocker shaft for wear.
-
Check block condition;
line bore, counter bore, top deck, cylinder wear, magniflux.
-
Check connecting rods
for size and install new bolts. New pin bushings must be fitted to
new piston pins.
-
Check flywheel wear.
Resurface or replace as necessary.
Prior to, or during
final assembly, the following must be checked. Refer to your service
manual for all specifications, torques and clearances.
-
All components must be
clean!
-
Use a quality assembly
lube.
-
Check engine oil pump
and relief valve.
-
Check that the lube
hole in the cam bearings line up with the oil galley in block.
-
Main bearings must be
properly installed. Check crank shaft end clearance and bearing
journal clearance.
-
Check for proper sleeve
protrusion to ensure sealing of head gasket.
-
Check ring end gap.
-
Check piston to
cylinder clearance.
-
Cylinder head is to
spec. (resurface, replace seats, guides, valve springs, valves,
keepers).
-
Inspect harmonic
balancer. Replace if rubber material is protruding past the outer
edge of balancer.
-
Clean radiator, replace
if necessary.
-
Prior to initial start
up, turn engine over with starter to build oil pressure.
Diesel Engines:
-
Have injection pump
tested for proper operation and fuel settings.
-
Install new or
remanufactured injector assemblies.
-
Check turbo charger for
wear and seal leakage. Replace if necessary.
Gas Engines:
-
Rebuild carburetor
assembly.
-
Tune up ignition system
with new points, cap, rotor, wires and spark plugs.
Kendall, Missouri
(tech tips from AI)
If you have technical tips or "how to" information to share,
please contact us. We will make sure it is available to all
of our visitors.
Engine
Overhaul Kits for:
|
