Posted by jimg.allentown on July 13, 2014 at 14:56:12 from (98.115.105.174):
In Reply to: Ferg uson Tractor posted by Harry Keller on July 13, 2014 at 08:50:01:
Did you check the end gaps on the rings? If they are not the right size, that will tell the story very quickly. Also, as previously stated, plastigage the bearings! While clearances give you a decent amount of leeway, if they are too loose or too tight, you will find out the hard way if they "were" right.... As for the sleeves being above the block 25 to 40 thousandths is a big spread. At that height, I would think that they might interfere with the sealing of the head gasket. That will depend on the way everything is designed to fit. Without a manual or at least access to some service information, you are only GUESSING. To the old timer that is intimately familiar with this engine, guessing is OK. To an inexperienced guy, guessing is unacceptable.
Remember: Experience is a tough teacher. It tests you first, and teaches you after.
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