Just remember, the 69 heads are the most likely to be cracked, 67 and 68 are not far behind. Jim Burek P.A.E. ENTERPRISES
If any one is interested in making one of the home made cam bearing tools, here is the web site. http://members.shaw.ca/ritc1/bearingtool.html
i've got an autocad drawing of the part if anybody is interested, can email you the file in autocad or pdf format merry xmas
Wow, you guys are actually using that tool??? I'm glad to have helped out. I am surprised though, I thught I was the only one nutty enough to use it!!:grin: If you have any suggestions for mods to it, let me know, I will update the website. My experience is limited as I only do a few once in a while, so lots fo guys usng it will lead to lots of ideas. I'm surprised nobody noticed the TS 1559 bearing typo.....will be changing that soon. Also, I would definitely say its better to draw the bearings in than pound them in, its slower and you have more control...less chance of damage.... later Tim
WOW! Slow and in control coming from an out of control guy! :laugh: That's scary! :laugh: :laugh: ( just kidding) Brian :3gears:
I'm a very complicated guy, Brian!!:grin: Sometimes I'm so complicated I confuse myself!! ou: later Tim
My location/situation I live in Vallejo CA its about 40-50 miles away from San Fransisco. I have been out of town for a while so I havent been able to reply. But I did purchase a set of 430 heads that should be here shortly. The only real reason I didnt pull the engine to inspect lower end is because I did not run it too long 10-15 minutes with it overheating. I think they cracked also because the fan belt popped of on the freeway, and stopped pumping water thanks very much for all the input. will
