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FREE Engine Building Seminar, 11/13 Indianapolis, IN

Posted: Sun Oct 24, 2004 11:46 am
by Vinny
Even though I dislike a lot of the fucks on CSR and generally don't even go there anymore, I found this listed there today. I really want to go to this, and figured I'd see if any of you here would want to roll out for this. Who's in?


Here's the complete post from CSR:
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

Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2004 1:51 am
by Diablo0
I'm interested in tagging along Vinny

Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2004 7:56 am
by noTe
Vinny, you just have to know the proper people on CSR. Anymore it's filled with rbs and people who don't know what they are talking about. But then again you can easily say that about any other sites that have been up for awhile I suppose.

Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2004 12:09 pm
by Vinny
On the subject of CSR, a lot of the people who post are simply not the kind of people I want to associate myself with. It doesn't apopear that they want me around either, which really is fine by me. I'm willing to discuss it with whoever, but not in this thread. Feel free to start a new thread or something, I don't really care.

But yeah if anyone FOR SURE wants to ride up there with me, let me know. I'd like to email this guy by the end of the week to confirm.

Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2004 2:54 pm
by evlneon
Diablo0 wrote:I'm interested in tagging along Louie
Louie :?: :?

Posted: Mon Oct 25, 2004 3:58 pm
by Diablo0
Talking on AIM, trying to post, and settle some arguements on 2GN is pretty difficult... anyhow... post fixed ;-)

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2004 10:35 am
by Vinny
So.... anyone definitely going?

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2004 10:55 am
by Diablo0
Sure why not, count me in

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2004 11:25 am
by Vinny
Cool..... Email sent, you and I are RSVPed, Jason.

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2004 1:39 pm
by Diablo0
Sweet, might learn something

Posted: Mon Nov 01, 2004 4:30 pm
by evlneon
blah, i can't afford the gas for long trips like that. :roll:

Posted: Tue Nov 02, 2004 8:00 am
by noTe
evlneon wrote:blah, i can't afford the gas for long trips like that. :roll:
I'd go but I don't think I can afford it either. But in my case I have a job unlike some... :wink: