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| 17-Mar-00 |
Correcting the Lifter Placement Part 2 |
Correcting the Lifter Placement Part 2
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 One thing I found interesting was the fact that the lifter holes are not in perfect alignment with the cylinders on a small block Chevy. In this picture you might be able to see that the lifters are a few degrees different than the cylinders. I had thought that if you were to put a straight edge across the head surface of the block that the lifter holes would fall at 90 degrees… not so. Humnn… I learn something new every day. |
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 Once the bores are enlarged and bored perfectly straight (less than .0005 of an inch variation) a brass insert is pressed in the newly bored hole. The special brass inserts are about .0015 of an inch too small after they are driven in. |
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 Scott added a couple drops of Locktite to each one before installing it just for extra piece of mind. I doubt it's really necessary, but when you're this far, why not? |
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 Next Sehr bored the new brass sleeves close to size and will hone them smooth later. The next step is to re-drill the oil galley. I will cover this whole procedure (as always) with text and pictures soon. |
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 So you're wondering how much this costs aren't you? All I can say is I've spent more for less HP before. At this writing (3-17-00) Sehr is only charging about $500 for this. His price includes lifter bushings, etc. but you will want to contact him for more details. I think Sehr Performance is one of the first engine builders offering this to your average street rodder. This is usually only done by your NASCAR – type, high dollar engine builders. If you could get them to do this for you it might run you 1k or more, so this is a deal. |
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 I've always built my own motors. This is a first for me having someone else do it and I'm glad I did. This guy knows his stuff. Oh, by the way, I think I need an air bench! It's way cool! You can step on a pedal and float the block (or whatever) around on a cushion of air. I know this is nothing new to engine builders but I still thought it was slick. |
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