408 stroker build
#571
ok. im going to hand wash the block. spray it with brake clean. apply a light coat of wd-40 to the cylinders, then wipe them dry and apply the quickseat. i will also apply a light coat of wd-40 to the piston skirts.
this is per the total seal instructions. do the rings need lube?
are there any parts i shouldnt clean with brake cleaner?
this is per the total seal instructions. do the rings need lube?
are there any parts i shouldnt clean with brake cleaner?
#573
well other than wd40 in the cylinders and then wiping them dry with a towel, total seal is adamant in saying that the quick seal powder should not be applied to a wet cylinder... goes against my better judgement, but many people swear by a dry assembly.
had to order a new torque wrench so now im waiting on that
had to order a new torque wrench so now im waiting on that
#575
#578
the instructions for the rod bolt torque say to torque them to 50 ft/lbs 3 times if you do not have a stretch gauge. should i do this since theyve already been torqued before?
can i wash the block with cold water? how long do i have to get it dry before i start seeing rust?
can i wash the block with cold water? how long do i have to get it dry before i start seeing rust?
Last edited by matty675; 04-23-2011 at 04:55 PM.
#579
#580
the instructions for the rod bolt torque say to torque them to 50 ft/lbs 3 times if you do not have a stretch gauge. should i do this since theyve already been torqued before?
can i wash the block with cold water? how long do i have to get it dry before i start seeing rust?
can i wash the block with cold water? how long do i have to get it dry before i start seeing rust?
Use brake cleaner, or carb cleaner. Bare iron will start rusting immediately...... These two will evaporate quickly, and leave no residue. They also do not promote rust.