4 replies to this topic

[OllyD]

Hi guys.

What tools do I need to equip myself with for my engine rebuild, for measuring the various tolerances and clearances and whatnot? I'm guessing handspans and finger widths isn't going to cut it!

Cheers!

[Leonard]

feeler gauges are the minimum you can get by with. a dial test indicator is very useful though. Also, a torque wrench is essential

[Big_Adam]

olly.draper. As well as a DTI (dial test idicator) and a feeler blades as Leonard has said. also get yourself the ultimate mini builder DVD. It will help GREATLY.

Also a flywheel puller, soft mallets help.

[OllyD]

Cheers guys. Yep, got pretty much everything else i need including the Ultimate Engine Builder DVd, just had a complete mindblank for measuring tools. Will pick up a DTI tomorrow.

[Dan]

Various sizes of plastigauge. 2 torque wrenches ideally (one for most things and one with a very high range for some exceptional fasteners). A magnetic stand for the DTI. Extension probe for the DTI if you can find one. A finger DTI is very useful but not an absolute requirement. Cam timing protractor. Good quality vernier caliper (don't buy a digital one unless you are spending real money on it, cheap digital ones are rubbish). A surface plate if you have access, how far do you want to go? You could make use of everything in an engineering shop! Besides measurement tools you will need pipe cleaners or very narrow bottle brushes, lots of clean rags, various taps and preferably an air supply. A flywheel lock and clutch tools are worthwhile. A Piston ring compressor is more or less life or death.

Oh, and a block of wood about 2 1/2" square by 3 to 4" long. Try to work out what that is for.