Brad,
This has been done for gun barrels for some time. It is supposed to
improve
accuracy of the barrel. You might check with some of your firearm enthusiast
freinds about this.
Mike MacLean-60 Sprite
Brad Fornal wrote:
> I have a friend that is telling me about a cryogenic process for metal that is
> supposed to align the molecular structure in the metal through extreme cold.
> They claim to be able to take a cast SB Chevy crank and after the process it's
> supposed to be BETTER than a steel SB Chevy crank. anyone ever hear of this
> being done?
>
> IfixMGs@aol.com wrote:
>
> > Brad,
> >
> > I'd hold off breaking out the wrenches till the temp eases above 45. Old
> > engine metal can become hydrogen embrittled from oil residues and heat, thus
> > increasing the possibility of a sheared rocker. Adjustments made in extreme
> > cold conditions will be significantly affected when the engine is warmed up.
> > Mark Childers
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