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11-17-2021, 04:21 AM

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Something I picked up on when trying the tool out was that the oil hole in the cam bushing is seldom lined up precisely. If the little "nub" on the end of the tool is too long and cannot bottom out, the cam can move around a little.

That's one of the reasons I ground a tapered tip on my tool, never contacts the camshaft bushing, only engages the oiling hole in the cam lobe. The other reason iss because I could make the taper on a bench grinder, no metal lathe handy. 25 cents worth of 5/32" steel rod and 5 minutes, done. The tool doesn't have to be fabricated precisely, 30 degrees of crank rotation is a "mile" and very visible if off by a tooth. As others mentioned, a rubber band works great for keeping the crank pin at TDC.

For me, this is just another case of "run watcha brung". Nothing wrong at all with making pretty shiny overkill tools if that's what floats yer boat.

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11-17-2021, 04:34 AM

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Kinda condescending there aren't you. Quote: Nothing wrong at all with making pretty shiny overkill tools if that's what floats yer boat. Making things is fun.

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11-17-2021, 04:50 AM

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If it came across that way, it was not my intent. I reworded that comment 4 times and you're right, still sounds mean. Sorry.

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11-17-2021, 06:38 AM

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The tool doesn't have to be fabricated precisely, 30 degrees of crank rotation is a "mile" and very visible if off by a tooth.

For me, this is just another case of "run watcha brung". Nothing wrong at all with making pretty shiny overkill tools if that's what floats yer boat.

24 tooth crank pinion:
One tooth error is 15 degrees

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Originally Posted by the Wasp

you posted it once, way back.

Jim

That pic was not the finished version with a degree scale on the side.

110% for the run what ya brung

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11-17-2021, 06:43 AM

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Kinda condescending there aren't you. Quote: Nothing wrong at all with making pretty shiny overkill tools if that's what floats yer boat. Making things is fun.

LOL
A lot like "The King of Overkill" tag

You are certainly right Dave.I have been enjoying seeing the stuff you are turning out.

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11-17-2021, 09:34 AM

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With Lonnie's encouragement I made a brass one.

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11-17-2021, 11:55 AM

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Brass buffs up real sweet.

I'm overdue to make a new one too.
Learned so much since making that old piece of junk 40 years ago

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11-17-2021, 12:21 PM

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Like this, plus it cuts faster and smoother.

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11-17-2021, 01:00 PM

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You guys are a hoot.

I like the brass one Dave, came out slick.

Gary, thanks for the correction. Not sure why 30 degrees popped in my head.

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11-17-2021, 01:12 PM

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You guys are a hoot.

I like the brass one Dave, came out slick.

Gary, thanks for the correction. Not sure why 30 degrees popped in my head.

LOL

The number was planted by a Svengali.

I didn't expect him to acknowledge.

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11-17-2021, 01:14 PM

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Like this, plus it cuts faster and smoother.

Nice Dave, Very clean look.
Yes, brass is by far my favorite metal to work with.

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11-17-2021, 01:26 PM

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That thing was hidden inside a piece of brass you sent me.

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11-17-2021, 01:28 PM

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I'm glad you were able to find it.

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11-17-2021, 02:58 PM

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11-17-2021, 08:14 PM

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(CCTT) Cool Cam Timing Tool

LOL should I post mine again LOL LOL

Jim

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11-17-2021, 09:05 PM

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(CCTT) Cool Cam Timing Tool

LOL should I post mine again LOL LOL

Jim

Go for it.

Can you put a motorcycle in the background too!

BTW, PM sent. You should be getting lucky on Monday

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11-18-2021, 04:16 AM

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The Saito big block rocker arm mounts, There is a right and a left rocker arm mount, you have to look close to see the difference, the right one has the upper pushrod seal hole drilled nearly perpendicular to the flat surface. The left seal hole has the hole drilled slightly left and slightly forward. I hope that splains it purty good.

The right rocker arm mount.

The rocker mounts are attached using the two bolts with the red material on them.

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11-18-2021, 05:49 AM

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The preapplication thread lock is extensively in automotive assembly.

This place is a major supplier worldwide. Located about 8 miles up the road from here.
They supply all the automakers with pre-apply thread lockers.
https://www.precoteusa.com/products
Different grades different colors,

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11-18-2021, 08:26 AM

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Quite a variety, Thanks

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11-18-2021, 09:39 AM

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No sweat Amigo!

I may drop in on them and see if I can procure "samples"

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11-18-2021, 07:26 PM

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Go for it.

Can you put a motorcycle in the background too!

BTW, PM sent. You should be getting lucky on Monday

there's a joke in there somewhere LOL, but I'm not going to touch it. oops, I think I touched it

Jim

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11-18-2021, 09:18 PM

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Can't touch it till Monday

I did put a pack of cigarettes in the box just in case you need one.

Oil recirculation. Super clean engine compartment and a much cleaner plane exterior. No power loss and fuel economy improved. So far, I like it. Stay tuned, I will be adding more as I learn more.

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11-19-2021, 05:10 AM

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Wow! What a cool idea and you can't beat the execution!

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11-19-2021, 06:09 PM

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Gary, I received the box today, thank you big time !! but don't tell Pete I have more smelly 2st to rebuild and fly, he will be mad at me LOL I will rebuild at-least 1, and I will have to find a plane. I wonder if the latest 40 Gold Cup liner will fit one. that would be nice.

thanks again !!!
Jim

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