Dropped lifter into cylinder.
#1
Dropped lifter into cylinder.
So I was checking pushrod length and I accidentally dropped a lifter into the cylinder. I can feel two little nicks on the cylinder wall. What should/can I do. The bottom end is assembled and I'd rather not disassemble it if possible. Can the nicks be honed out with the piston installed?
#2
Personally, I wouldn't do anything. Can't imagine a lifter would make that big of a nick. If it really bothers you, you could do a little touch up with a fine stone(dremel) or sand paper.
Last edited by Z28SORR; 07-15-2009 at 10:00 AM.
#3
I would definately smooth out the nicks if there are any raised area's, but dont make the hole any bigger. Check for raised area's by using something like a razor blade. If the raised area stay's there then the rings will get nicked as well and you'll have the entire stroke with a small nick. If you smooth out the nick all you have is a small dimple on the wall of the cylinder which will do nothing at all.
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