Re: Anyone built a '47-54 engine lately?

Posted by Ross On 2013/10/19 5:46:38

First Jack, I would love for you to build an I8 as I would really enjoy hearing the insights and observations someone with your experience (and machine shop) would bring. You have knowledge of and access to suppliers the rest of us don't know about.

Lets see from the top of my head: pistons 270, rings 60, mains(5) 140, rods 140, chain 40, gaskets 170. Thereabouts. Often on those engines the crank doesn't need turning. You for sure will need wrist pin bushes and exhaust valve guides.

You can mount that engine on a stand from the driver's side using holes already drilled and tapped. Give it a go. I don't believe you will have any trouble selling it after it is done,