Well Robert...I just got done buying parts for an engine I am building, and
I hadn't done one in quite a spell, so I went and asked the same question.
I am not building a monster, just a reliable, slightly pumped engine. The
guy I asked owns a machine shop and builds race engines. My neighbor races
one of his engines, and he swears by the guy, so I trust his feedback. He
says to go with ACL bearings, Hastings rings, Melling oil pump, Johnson
lifters, Silvolite cast pistons, Wolverine Blue Racer cam, Dura bond cam
bearings, and a Cloyes timing set.
So that is what I did. I can't tell you if I am happy yet or not, because
it isn't all put together, but I have hopes and confidence.
Gordon
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of BelAir Bob
Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2000 11:34 AM
To: Ole Trucks
Subject: [oletrucks] Engine rebuild parts Question
Friends,
I am about to start a rebuild on a 283. I'm not trying to build a high HP
motor just one that would run forever. My question is about internal parts
such as bearings, rings, pistons etc. What brands should I buy? I want
the best parts available.
Thanks
Robert
82 1/2 ton Crew Cab short bed (custom)
57 Belair Sport Coupe restored to factory specs.
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