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How to Rebuild an Engine

Engine Block Inspection - Part 2

1. Remove core plugs, brackets, guide pin, ect...
   
   
2. Visually check block for cracks
   
   
3. Magnaflux engine block
• Magnaflux cast iron and steel only
• Dye penetrant aluminum blocks
• Tools needed: Magnaflux
• Tools needed: Dye penetrant
  
  
4. Check deck surface for flatness
• Tools needed: Straight edge
• Tools needed: Feeler gauge
  
  
5. If deck surface flatness exceeds specification; resurface block
• Use caution not to remove to much material as valves may hit pistons
  
  
6. Measure cylinder bore
• Measure for taper
• Measure for out of round
• Tools needed: Dial bore gauge
  
  
7. Check for discoloration and washboard
• Use a rigid stone hone to identify washboard
• Tools needed: Rigid Stone Hone
  
  
8. Check main bearing bores
• Check bore alignment
• Check broes for out of round
• Tools needed: Round straight edge
• Tools needed: Feeler gauge
• Tools needed: Dial bore gauge

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