Just in time for the holidays! The enclave of East Coast Engine Pooh Bahs, Wizards, Potentates, Satraps and Viziers met over a series of weekends this Fall to perform and document a complete rebuild of a Chevrolet 261 engine. We have turned this into a fairly detailed Tech Tip on the 261 engine rebuild process. NOT as a replacement of, but an addition *to* the engine shop manual (which is included with the Tech Tip, by the way).
So, big thanks to the ODSS Engine crew and especially to Hotrod Lincoln (Jerry) and DJ! Editorial assistance provided by 3B, Wrenchbender, AmtrakJoe and 48BigTrucks. Grab some eggnog and your notebook, curl up next to the fire and enjoy our
"We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are"
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Good job guys! Almost all those tips can be used on all engines.
Don
1967 GMC 9500 Fire Ladder Truck "The Flag Pole" In the Stovebolt Gallery '46 2-Ton grain truck | '50 2-ton flatbed | '54 Pontiac Straight Eight | '54 Plymouth Belvidere | '70 American LaFrance pumper fire truck | '76 Triumph TR-6 Of all the things I've lost in my life, I miss my mind the most!
This was a fun project. I learned a ton. Thanks again Jerry for sharing your wealth on knowledge.
Rest assured Tim, plenty of beer was consumed, after all the business was addressed!
SWEET Sergeant At Arms: Old Dominion Stovebolt Society BUNS?!?!?!Where we're going, we don't need no buns..... 1950 GMC 450 1951 Chevy 1/2-Ton The GreenMachine In the Stovebolt Gallery
Thanks to everyone involved for all the help and encouragement! Normally, I'd join in the fun and games after the tools are put away, but I was right in the middle of a 10-day antibiotic regimen for a sinus infection, and alcohol was off limits! John, how's the supply of "liquid grits" that I left with you during the homecoming holding out? After 50-something years of research, I've come to the conclusion that I can't do a good job of drinking or working, if I try to do both at the same time! Jerry
"It is better to be silent and be thought a fool than to speak and eliminate all doubt!" - Abraham Lincoln Cringe and wail in fear, Eloi- - - - -we Morlocks are on the hunt! There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. - Ernest Hemingway Love your enemies and drive 'em nuts!
John, how's the supply of "liquid grits" that I left with you during the homecoming holding out?
Um, Jerry ... yeah, um ... no habla englais, por favore.
~ John
"We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are"
1948 International Farmall Super A 1949 Chevrolet 3804 In the Legacy Gallery | In the Gallery Forum 1973 IH 1310 Dump 2001 International/AmTran RE3000 "Skoolie" 2014 Ford E-350 4x4 (Quigley)
"It is better to be silent and be thought a fool than to speak and eliminate all doubt!" - Abraham Lincoln Cringe and wail in fear, Eloi- - - - -we Morlocks are on the hunt! There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. - Ernest Hemingway Love your enemies and drive 'em nuts!
Thank you all for such great help and information. I like having a PRINTED BOOK handy when I am doing this kind of work - and I am new to this. I am not 100% certain of the Shop Manual to buy for my 1959 261 - is it the 1960 Truck Shop Manual? Many thanks!
Great job guys. Even a 235 rebuild can learn something from all the work you guys did. Is there an actual video of the initial run? I could not find it.
Here's Hotrod Lincoln starting the rebuilt 261 for the very first time. I think the man knows how to rebuild and tune an engine ...
~ John
"We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven; that which we are, we are"
1948 International Farmall Super A 1949 Chevrolet 3804 In the Legacy Gallery | In the Gallery Forum 1973 IH 1310 Dump 2001 International/AmTran RE3000 "Skoolie" 2014 Ford E-350 4x4 (Quigley)
I had the pleasure of seeing the Stovebolt flagship. Charlie fired right up. I have to admit that it was great to see Charlie whole again. Unfortunately the weather didn’t permit for driving.
I can’t wait for high speed escort recertification.
SWEET Sergeant At Arms: Old Dominion Stovebolt Society BUNS?!?!?!Where we're going, we don't need no buns..... 1950 GMC 450 1951 Chevy 1/2-Ton The GreenMachine In the Stovebolt Gallery
