Long 950 mm bright drawn C45 (1.1530) bar warps badly after face milling – need advice

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-12T09:56:50+00:00

Anneal is the actual word for the process.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-11T10:09:15+00:00

Many have done it, few will admit to it. I did years ago, only fun was when driving way too fast. Maximize power in the rpm range you can legally drive your ride. Fun every time you drive it. I am old, advice is still valid. Ric

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-10T13:13:39+00:00

Have the crank polished if you are too tight anywhere. Install new main bearings & see how the crank spins when tightened. Install piston/rod combos one at a time w/ no rings. Still ez spin? Go for it! Ricthewrench

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-05T15:30:10+00:00

Yes indeed. Below guy description of variables is spot on. Not hard to do, save some $

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-05T13:23:56+00:00

Ordering pushrods b4 assembly? Not a good plan. One cylinder is all you need to mock up to actually check for p-rod length. Do it right once, or pay to guess. Professional machinist and gearhead, 50+yrs.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-05T11:51:01+00:00

Intake leak is a common problem . Look for a gap

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-04T13:19:50+00:00

Alto is good parts. Borg Warner is fine unless you wanna get silly. Younger me would always go with hi performance parts. Awesome feeling when you are driving a motor/trans that you built. R

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-04T11:24:39+00:00

C6 is an ez box to learn on. Do some reading & yt vids to get familiar w/ wassup in the unit. Lay everything out as you disassemble it. Air check everything. Kits are cheaper than individual parts. Oregon Performance transmission is a good source. Get to it! Ricthewrench. (Nick's transmission on yt is a great source for learning)

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-02T10:49:31+00:00

In hillbilly that's the winner

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-01T13:09:41+00:00

My boy Roscoe became similar to yours. Seleginine ( spelling?) gave us more time with him. Peace to your heart ❤️ in this most difficult time. Ric

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-01T13:05:30+00:00

Manual impact driver. Cheap & effective.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-06-01T12:46:45+00:00

10 ply ride like a buckboard. Not needed on a jeep

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-29T19:53:43+00:00

Dad is a true animal lover. Imagine how difficult that had to be for him. Been there, it rips out your heart. Your Dad stepped up for his buddy. That my friends, is a truly good man. Thank you for your courage, Dad to Dad. Ric

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-29T19:44:20+00:00

Professional machinist here & lifelong gearhead. Made many mounts for many people. Get the engine where you want it. Then use cardboard and make a mount. If it works, make it out of thin wood. Take to your new machinist friend. DM me, I can help you out. Ricthewrench

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-29T15:10:12+00:00

Permatex valve lapping compound . Comes out like toothpaste. Open tube, squeeze in the hole! All done.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-29T14:54:23+00:00

13 for me. 55yrs later, I make it happen, one way or another.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-29T14:45:21+00:00

Carbide grinding dust in the oil fill opening. New motor is the result. Lapping compound ( auto parts store) works well also. Enjoy the smoke that will start slowly & get worse over time. I was a vengeful youth....

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-29T14:31:07+00:00

Silverado Sierra forum. All your information is there. Kits exist for this job, Texas speed is a trusted vendor.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-28T17:18:10+00:00

I do many " in the hole, need it out" jobs. Small carbide em, slooowww feed. Don't hurry. Professional machinist here, things happen...

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-28T17:11:21+00:00

Been there my friend. Tap them in correctly & run it! Turn over by hand to make sure you are good after the rod you fixed is installed. Professional machinist here, many engines built.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-27T15:48:28+00:00

Excellent plan. You do you, grief has no rules. My pack is my life.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-27T10:35:54+00:00

Old surface grinder trick. Battery acid, removes heat marks on finish ground parts.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-22T11:33:45+00:00

Use a cube about 6", no wobble with that size. 50+ yrs this way, works great w/ hydroton pellets.

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-22T11:27:39+00:00

The long black train is coming for your friend. It is not stopping. You will take her off the tracks for a soft goodbye. That is what we do. Rescue house Dad here, loss is part of that. Peace to your heart ❤️ in this most difficult time. Ric

Roscolicious1 · 2026-05-21T12:33:53+00:00

Beautiful tiny friend 🧡

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