The various specialized equipment and tools used in this process are not readily available in most general automotive workshops, and for some or all of these you may need to use a professional machine shop. The objective of this procedure is to show you how to clean and degrease the engine.
The objective of this procedure is to show you how to inspect and measure engine components. Check for cracks and wear as well as measure components to ensure they are suitable for reuse.
The objective of this procedure is to show you how to identify reasons for machining components. When the inspections and measurements are completed, you will be able to diagnose what parts need machining and which need replacing.
The machining process removes material and this causes heat to build up in the component. Always allow breaks in the machining process so that components can cool. The objective of this procedure is to show you how to machine the cylinder block to operational condition.
The objective of this procedure is to show you how to machine cylinder heads to operational condition. In the machining process its important to remove the least amount of material possible.
The objective of this procedure is to show you how to machine connecting rods to operational condition. Once you have ground the rod ends and installed new rod bolts you must realign the connecting rod big ends back to a perfect circle.
Rod ends need to be heated to allow the tight fitting pin to be pushed home. This process needs to occur quickly to avoid the pin getting stuck part way. The objective of this procedure is to show you how to clean pistons and fit new pins.
The honing process does two things: First, it enlarges the cylinder bore to the exact size that is needed to give the specified amount of clearance between the piston and the cylinder wall. Second, it leaves a fine crosshatch pattern of light scratches on the walls of the cylinder that are necessary to retain microscopic beads of oil. The objective of this procedure is to show you how to hone the cylinders to operational condition.
The gap in the ring must be at a precise specification when it is installed on the piston and inserted into the bore. The objective of this procedure is to show you how to install the piston rings.
