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10-15-2008, 12:51 AM
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The pistons do rise above the deck by something...
The pistons do rise above the deck by something like 0.75mm IIRC. That's the basis of measuring rod bending in 3.5s. There's the thickness of the gasket and reliefs in the piston to prevent valve...
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08-18-2008, 04:14 PM
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Oh, it's a fresh gasket. Hmm... not sure what...
Oh, it's a fresh gasket. Hmm... not sure what else it could be. Time for a compression and leak down test.
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08-18-2008, 04:04 PM
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This is a picture of DaveM/gsxr's 602 head gasket...
This is a picture of DaveM/gsxr's 602 head gasket failure -
http://www.w124performance.com/images/OM602_head/gasket_failure1.jpg
How did you verify an intact head gasket with only the valve...
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08-16-2008, 07:32 PM
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You should at least check that the head bolts are...
You should at least check that the head bolts are within stretch limit before retorquing.
Don't forget the bolts into the timing chain cover and ones by the power steering pump bracket.
There...
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03-07-2008, 09:50 PM
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The prechamber can disintegrate and drop bits on...
The prechamber can disintegrate and drop bits on the piston. Within the last couple of weeks, someone posted pictures of the result of such an occurrence in a 617.
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07-25-2007, 02:21 PM
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Oh, it's a one in two chance since the crank only...
Oh, it's a one in two chance since the crank only registers TDC when #1 and #6 are at TDC.
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07-25-2007, 02:20 PM
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Here's the shortcut I should have given earlier -...
Here's the shortcut I should have given earlier - set the cam alignment marks so you know you're at #1 ignition TDC. The marks don't align at #6 ignition TDC. Then advance the crank to 14* ATDC.
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07-24-2007, 11:53 PM
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The rods and cap pairs are marked. On the ones...
The rods and cap pairs are marked. On the ones I've seen there's a piece of tape with a handwritten numeral on the rod and cap. That must be some special tape to hang on to a hot oily rod over...
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07-24-2007, 07:50 PM
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Michael, I have 6 caps off a 3.5. I'm pretty...
Michael, I have 6 caps off a 3.5. I'm pretty sure the caps aren't bent :)
I agree with RRG that rod and cap should be replaced as a matched set. If you get a replacement rod, have all 6 balanced...
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07-24-2007, 07:47 PM
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Eddie, 1) All US cars with the 3.5 engine...
Eddie,
1) All US cars with the 3.5 engine came with 17 casting heads. 19, 20, 22 were supplied as replacements. If someone claims a 22 was original equipment, I'd look for what other lies s/he...
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07-13-2007, 05:39 PM
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What new hardware? Bolts? The con rod cap...
What new hardware? Bolts?
The con rod cap bolts have a diameter spec for the necked down area. Spec for new is something like 7.4mm, discard at 7.1mm or less. I think there are similar specs...
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07-03-2007, 12:16 PM
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I believe -18- is a turbo head. gsxr will know...
I believe -18- is a turbo head. gsxr will know for sure.
The casting number is 603 016 18 01 but the 60 is sometimes shaved off when machining the #2 or #3 injector pocket in replacement heads.
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06-29-2007, 06:26 PM
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There are lots of serviceable -14- heads...
There are lots of serviceable -14- heads available. If a knowledgable machinist inspects and clears a -14- head, that might be the economical option. I expressed personal preference when I...
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06-29-2007, 06:24 PM
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The .97 heads in cars sold in the US have casting...
The .97 heads in cars sold in the US have casting number 603 010 17 20 where -17- replaces -14-. In later years MBUSA sold casting numbers -20- and -22- and maybe others to replace -17-. I believe...
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06-29-2007, 03:45 PM
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Forgot to mention - makes little sense to fit...
Forgot to mention - makes little sense to fit another .96 head if .97 heads are available.
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06-29-2007, 03:44 PM
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Any head off a US spec 603 will fit. .96 and .97...
Any head off a US spec 603 will fit. .96 and .97 heads use different prechambers and injectors. .96 prechambers can be modified to fit a .97 head. Makes no sense to adapt .97 prechambers to the...
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06-25-2007, 02:56 PM
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New -22- castings are available. They come with...
New -22- castings are available. They come with seats and guides but not much else. Transfer hardware from your old head. You might need a new valve or two. Check with Phil through the Fastlane...
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06-22-2007, 02:53 PM
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Maybe you mean the smaller oil pump chain...
Maybe you mean the smaller oil pump chain tensioner pin?
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06-22-2007, 02:52 PM
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Blown head gasket? What is the casting number of...
Blown head gasket? What is the casting number of the head? If it's 603 010 14 20, have the head thoroughly checked for cracks especially in the areas around the #4 and #5 valve seats. If the...
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