Well, the engine is disassembled. The autopsy was great! Seals were old and had leaked for years, cylinders are clean and need only honed. The pistons look ok, but new pistons & rings will be ordered. Some gaskets I have custom made.
From this point until ready for assembly the parts will be all cleaned, some polished. I will share a procedure to paint the aluminum cases. When finished the paint will be heat and fuel resistant, as tough as new.
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Also while the motor is open and has degreaser on it, I cover it with a tote to confine the smell.
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