Picked up the engine for the roadster yesterday and brought it home for a rebuild. Unloaded it by myself and did a quick once over to see what she needs. Once in the shop I drained the oil and removed the pan. Looks like last rebuild 40+ years ago New pistons were installed, crank turned .020 with new babbitt bearings poured. Lots of shim left in mains and rods. Flyweel will be lightened with new ring gear installed. Valves and guides had seen better days. Removed them and will install stainless valves with new guides and new seats. Preliminary inspection shows engine is in pretty good shape. Just needs some love and care. Weather was decent so I was able to prime and paint all the parts I had been beadblasting. More to follow!
Unloading
Bottom end
Bottom of piston
First oil change in 30 years
Guides out
Old valves and guides
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