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Hey just wanted to let everyone know there there is going to be a FREE Introduction to Engine Building Seminar at Stewart Racing Engines on Gasoline Alley, Nov 13th. This will cover basic tips and critical things that are often overlooked.

It would be greatly appreciated if you could send me an e-mail at vtecluke99@aol.com and let me know how many people are coming with you so that we have some sort of an idea what to expect.

Place: Stewart Engines
357 Gasoline Alley
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Phone: (317) 244-9129
When: Saturday November 13th
12 Noon

See you all the 13th and come prepared with questions!

Here is a basic Overview of what will be covered:

Engine Building Fundamentals


“A Technical Discussion Of Overhead Cam Small Displacement Engines”

1) The Five Key Points for Success

a) Technical knowledge
Having the correct specifications
c) Using special tools
d) Keeping the work environment clean
e) Understanding fasteners and torque values


2) The Bottom End Build Up

a) Choosing the right parts for your application
Critical clearances and tolerances
c) Measuring the parts
d) Working with the machine shop
e) Cleaning and parts prep


3) Cylinder Head Basics


a) The five most common problems
A discussion of seats and guides
c) Why is surface finish so important?
d) Springs, retainers and locks
e) Camshafts and valve clearance


4) Assembly Techniques


a) Installing the crank rods and pistons
Proper Head installation
c) Cam timing—What effects it and how do I check it?
d) Finishing the bottom end
e) Use of sealers and gaskets
f) Why is the torque so important?


5) Preparing An Engine For Install And Start Up


a) Ensuring a quick start up
Engine oil prime
c) Basic engine break in procedures
d) Engine evaluation after the run in period

General Question and Answer Period

Live Shop Demos and interactive Displays

 

Any free seminars in Cali?

 

not to my knowledge, i would go to this if i had the time and didn't already have plans

 

I'd be interested in attending but have to drive to Hot-lanta to pick up a car that weekend. If that falls through, I'll try to go to the seminar.

 

Me and some friend from IU are going to attend this.

 

Man I'm with Dennis I wish we had something like that in Cali I'd be there in a second...

 

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I'll second that "I'd be there in a second."

 

I'm going It's like a 10 minute drive for me.

 

URL for those interested in some background on Stewart Engines - http://www.smart-series.com/pages/stewart.php

 

Man I'd love to. 550 miles away though. Anyone in MD/DC/VA down for a road trip?

 

I just though I'de share this awesome wirte up I read about building a N/A race motor...


http://www.theoldone.com/articles/badtothebone/


enjoy

 

video tape it all for us...

tony - who now wishes he moved to IN instead of FL

 

theoldone is the best engine building article i have read .
these guys know more than all the rest of the shops put together
i'll just leave it at that
ian

 

I'm considering going and I have a newer Honda Odyssey. Maybe there are people that want to pay for gas???? I could go to Frederick MD where I-70 goes west maybe? Leave Saturday, shack up somewhere really cheap and then come home late Sunday or early Monday?

And btw, The Old One is a great info source I think too. Weird stuff said about him around here though....... I love his tech info and "soft head" articles though.

Chris

 

Albeit a great article and probably one of the better write-up's you'll find online....

Don't believe everything you hear.

I'll leave it at that.