back to the original question. I don't know for sure how much a machine shop would charge to cut the journal in the block, (Jerry would be able to give you a round figure probably) The fella that did some of my machine work said he has done it a few times, but that the set up time is the most expensive part, as he was using a line boring machine. One heads up if you do it this way, that would be a perfect time to have the rear cap machined for a full circle lip seal. This however would preclude the use of shims, requiring you to be sure the crank is ground to produce the proper clearances. As you will no longer have any adjustment. I do however know how much it cost to drill a crank. Crower cams, crankshaft division did mine for $180, shipping was about $75 each way. Many people think this is a waste of time and money, but any good hobby is supposed to be a waste of time and money. That is why we work.... But anyway, I have gathered a rather sizable amount of information regarding this matter, I will post some stuff on the tech tips one of these days when I have some spare time. (yeah, right) but if you are even casually interested, you can PM me.
Last edited by brokenhead; 12/05/2013 12:36 PM.
