08-06-2022, 07:36 AM
Hi Richard
I am sorry for you. You haven’t had a lot of luck with the engine.
Before you put the engine back or start talking of engine building it might be a good idea to remove the sump and gauze and check the big ends from under the engine. Slight knocks when turning the crank could be the valve train. It could also be just a case of tightening up the big end bolts (although this is unlikely).
I don’t think you can get shell bearings for 1 5/16 cranks. Whilst pouring a new white metal bearing might be doable, unless you have a lathe line boring the rods afterwards is a skilled job.
Good luck
Cheers
Howard
I am sorry for you. You haven’t had a lot of luck with the engine.
Before you put the engine back or start talking of engine building it might be a good idea to remove the sump and gauze and check the big ends from under the engine. Slight knocks when turning the crank could be the valve train. It could also be just a case of tightening up the big end bolts (although this is unlikely).
I don’t think you can get shell bearings for 1 5/16 cranks. Whilst pouring a new white metal bearing might be doable, unless you have a lathe line boring the rods afterwards is a skilled job.
Good luck
Cheers
Howard