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Originally Posted by Baja Rooster
(Post 4762403)
I have nothing of value to add, but I’m really enjoying this thread so thanks for bringing us along
Originally Posted by underpsi68
(Post 4762810)
I didn't think there were many Ford fans on this site 🤔.
It's not a matter of when, it's IF I get this straightened out. Lol If there is any interest, i could start a build thread. |
Originally Posted by underpsi68
(Post 4762810)
If there is any interest, i could start a build thread.
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Originally Posted by underpsi68
(Post 4762810)
I didn't think there were many Ford fans on this site 🤔.
It's not a matter of when, it's IF I get this straightened out. Lol If there is any interest, i could start a build thread. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.off...9333df31e3.jpg |
It's good to see some Ford fans here. I don't have any good pictures of my car. Most have a inch of dust on it. Been sitting for almost 3 years now with all the issues on the last build. I bought this 90
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.off...334116d486.jpg brand new back in 90. Been thru quite a few upgrades over the years. This is the only picture I have on my phone from a few months ago. |
Nice! The Fox Mustangs are so light. Mine weighs 2,800 pounds. I've owned my '82 since 1984. Sorry about the sidetrack. Engine gurus come back please!
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Mine is a pig!!! 3400lbs with me, with single turbo. New block heavier than last. She's a heavy girl. AOD w/sfi bell, back braced Strange 9" rear, 8 pt cage, full interior, big brakes all around.
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Originally Posted by BillK
(Post 4762082)
Just want to say that the last hone picture "looks" fine to me, maybe even "rougher" than what Ii end up with. But its hard to say with a picture. Like I said earlier most modern rings want a pretty "smooth" finish and rarely have a problem sealing.
Can I ask what first stone you typically use? Have you done any E85 street cars? Mine was just done with a 220. I'm wondering if the valleys are going to be deep enough?? |
Looking good guys. My '87 T-Top car that I hopefully get the engine done this winter. It's been pulled and sitting on the shelf for 5yrs and sitting on the engine stand the last 4 months.The intake has been removed finally. lol
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Originally Posted by underpsi68
(Post 4763105)
Can I ask what first stone you typically use? Have you done any E85 street cars?
Mine was just done with a 220. I'm wondering if the valleys are going to be deep enough?? BUT ..... there have been plenty of times when I have done a freshen up and taken as much as .001 out with the 280's. I think you are reading too much into the cylinder wall finish. I just dont think it is as critical as you are making it out to be. For many years we would bore the block out to about .002 or so from finish bore then use the 220's and only a few strokes with the 280's. Still never had an issue. I personally do not think that ring seal is your problem. |
Originally Posted by BillK
(Post 4763231)
I typically start with either 70 or 140, hone to .003 or so. Then 220 to .0005 then 280 to size and then two strokes with the brushes.
BUT ..... there have been plenty of times when I have done a freshen up and taken as much as .001 out with the 280's. I think you are reading too much into the cylinder wall finish. I just dont think it is as critical as you are making it out to be. For many years we would bore the block out to about .002 or so from finish bore then use the 220's and only a few strokes with the 280's. Still never had an issue. I personally do not think that ring seal is your problem. |
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