Re: Update on 356 CI Block

Posted by SteveP516 On 2020/12/24 16:23:05

Finally able to remove ALL oil galley plugs. The plugs with the shallow square had to be drilled out. I carried the block to my buddy's machine shop and we were able to remove them.
He stated they were the toughest to remove in his 25 years!

While in his possession, I had him check the piston clearance as the block had been bored .030 over. I'm also waiting on the main bearing clearances as we are using the original crank with the new block.

After next week, I'll be able to start the rebuild.

Thanks again for all the help!

Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy Holidays to all.