1969 Barracuda Fastback
I decided on one compressor, taped it, applied some black primer, and brought it back to the engine builder, who just slightly honed the cylinders bores. The installation of the crankshaft was again very time-consuming. @Jim Kueneman gave in his Duster restoration project very detailed information regarding this subject - Sir, thank you!
The service manual also provides clear instructions on how to install the crankshaft front seal, therefore I won't write much about this subject.
Just wanted to mention, that its two mirco surfaces need special attention. Those surfaces should not be touched and therefore careful handling starts with unpacking. After installation, I checked the endplay and free rotation. According to the SM, the resistance on the crankshaft should not exceed 10 inch-pounds or 1.13 NM torque.
The pistons and rods look ok to me, but I would like to install new piston rings. I just don't know where to get them or if there are alternatives available. I am sure plenty of small engines or compressors have the same cylinder/piston specifications.
I decided on one compressor, taped it, applied some black primer, and brought it back to the engine builder, who just slightly honed the cylinders bores. The installation of the crankshaft was again very time-consuming. @Jim Kueneman gave in his Duster restoration project very detailed information regarding this subject - Sir, thank you!
The service manual also provides clear instructions on how to install the crankshaft front seal, therefore I won't write much about this subject.
Just wanted to mention, that its two mirco surfaces need special attention. Those surfaces should not be touched and therefore careful handling starts with unpacking. After installation, I checked the endplay and free rotation. According to the SM, the resistance on the crankshaft should not exceed 10 inch-pounds or 1.13 NM torque.
The pistons and rods look ok to me, but I would like to install new piston rings. I just don't know where to get them or if there are alternatives available. I am sure plenty of small engines or compressors have the same cylinder/piston specifications.
