Re: 1928 6 clyinder block or engine

Posted by 2dayistheday On 2023/7/4 11:23:59

Tim, Sorry I didn't respond to your comments on Red Thread Locke, they are 100 % correct, I totally agree. I've been away from my account and lost track of a couple of requests for help I had posted.

I was able to get the block repaired. I used Time-Sert inserts and some Big-Sert inserts (a 2nd oversize by Time-Sert). Unlike Helicoils these are a continuous sleeve, not a wound spring. I had a couple of issues with them, but overall like them. I did find a small crack, but since the cylinders had been sleeved the crack went from the head stud hole to the cylinder sleeve (but not to the bore). I pulled the iron block and had the crack repaired by having it stitched, a very interesting process. If you are not familiar with it; google “stitch repairs to cracked cast iron”. In the end I got it repaired! A lot of work, but she's running well. Thanks again, sorry for not getting back.