400ex2072
05-23-2005, 09:35 PM
Getting my engine back together and have a question. I have installed a new 12.5:1 piston. With the much larger dome on the piston, I was wondering if there are any precautions I need to take? Also, I have a service manual, but it doesnt say anything particular about putting it back together. Just how to do it in order. Doesnt say if the piston needs to be at TDC, or what stroke, or anything. I dont want to crank this thing over and bend a valve.
I have the lines on the cam sprocket lined up correctly, but havent reinstalled the bolts to the cam yet until I find out if I need to change the stroke/position on the piston first, at which point, Ill realign it. Head is already installed, just curious as to this cam setup, and getting the timing right, which I know is the most critical make or break point in this process!
I have the lines on the cam sprocket lined up correctly, but havent reinstalled the bolts to the cam yet until I find out if I need to change the stroke/position on the piston first, at which point, Ill realign it. Head is already installed, just curious as to this cam setup, and getting the timing right, which I know is the most critical make or break point in this process!