For those of you that didn't know, i've been working on a ring job on my 250 L6. It's been a long job since it's only been me (I'm 16) and my buddy whos 18 doing this, with supervision from a retired mechanic. Since before this i had never seen more than my rocker arms before, i'd say it's been quite a learning experience. Well, we're down to the end, about 4 hours ago we got the last piston up in the jug, torqued my new ARP connecting rod bolts to 40 ft/lbs., and threw the oil pump and pan back on, new gaskets of course. My head is currently at some machine shop i think, getting my valves dipped and relapped...for only $100!! Every replacement part for my engine has been very cheap as well... for reasons i don't know. And at some point tomorrow or Thursday we should have the head back on, and we'll see if she turns over. Hopefully i didn't "bend" the journal bearings when i put the ARP bolts in using a vice, but when i throw a rod i'll know i messed up, and someone will have a new boat anchor! Personally, I know we've done everything right, we've triple checked everything, and torqued things down to spec. My only concern is that all 6 connecting rods jiggle a little bit on the journal. The mechanic supervising us said when they get lubed up and get seated in after driving a while, they'll be fine...and if not... I'll throw a rod. Any last minute advice would be great, but other than that, wish me luck, as this could either end up really good or godawfully devastating!
Last edited by 1965 Chevy C10; 11/12/2008 5:44 AM.
