[Shop-talk] engine rebuild

[Bill Gingerich]

Dan,

When I rebuilt my 1500 Spitfire engine, I decided to have the machine shop
assemble the bottom end for me.  I was not sure that I was going to be able
to accurately verify the bearing clearances, so I figured the $100 or so
cost was a good investment.  I did the rest of the assembly, which was easy
with the assistance of an experienced club member.

BillG
Newalla, OK



-----Original Message-----
From: shop-talk-bounces+bill=gingerich.us at autox.team.net
[mailto:shop-talk-bounces+bill=gingerich.us at autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Dan
and Jenny Fest (Coles Nurseries Inc)
Sent: Tuesday, August 05, 2008 5:38 PM
To: shop-talk at autox.team.net
Subject: [Shop-talk] engine rebuild

I am thinking of attempting my first engine rebuild.  Although I've never
rebuilt an engine , I am fairly mechanical.  Can anyone describe the steps I
need to follow.  Especially, what I can do and what should be done by an
expert.  I've been told the crankshaft has a crack in it and I'll need a new
one.  The car is an antique MG.  Thanks for your help.
Dan