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| Building an engine |
| By Ron Vesterby - 01/11/2002 1:57:06 PM; IP 32.101.245.90 |
| The subject of engine building is very interesting. Some want to do it to say "I built it myself" a worthy reason, others want to save a little money, another good reason. My suggestion is if you are inclined to build it your self, go to the library and check out some books on the subject. Another good idea is join a car club, as there are usually members who will be glad to help you. And/or ask around and find a reputable engine builder or machine shop. Be honest with them and tell them what you are up to. They will give you some numbers for machine work you will need done by them regardless. With that in hand figure out the cost of parts you need to purchase. Sit down with the calculator and see what you total investment will be before you start. You gotta have a plan with a final cost. And after all that money you are going to spend doesnt bother you, then get after it. Not trying to be discouraging, but I know of to many engine building projects that never got done. Here is another thought, look through the internet for used engines, or contact some salvage yards, some specialize in used engines with varying warrenties. How good and strong your engine will be will more than likely be very linear to how much you invest. Personally, I read car magazines for years before I built my first engine, gather information and fortitude. I was 30 years old. Interestingly enough the engine I first built was a 428 CJ for a 69 Torino with a bunch of parts I purchased from Drake Viscome (sp) in New York some where. Good luck, and if you got the will to do it, go ahead, it is a satifying experience. |
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