gorgonc3
11-10-2011, 05:47 PM
Ok, so I finally got back to the garage and my Tailwind project after almost a year. While trying to get the bench cleaned, I made an engine stand and started to tear down an O-320 E2D basket case that has been holding the bench down.
After a little clean up, the journals look good (measured standard on all journals). I did a runout on the crank when I got the thing and it is perfect. The original intent was to use this crank in a 290 conversion, but looking at the condition of the cylinders and crankcase, I changed my mind.
Now the problem. I found some pitting under the grime on the back of the flange. After cleaning, I took some photos which are attached. Just looking for an opinion here....but should I bother packaging it up and sending it in for magnafluxing and cleanup?
I can't find specs in the OH manual.
845846
Mark
After a little clean up, the journals look good (measured standard on all journals). I did a runout on the crank when I got the thing and it is perfect. The original intent was to use this crank in a 290 conversion, but looking at the condition of the cylinders and crankcase, I changed my mind.
Now the problem. I found some pitting under the grime on the back of the flange. After cleaning, I took some photos which are attached. Just looking for an opinion here....but should I bother packaging it up and sending it in for magnafluxing and cleanup?
I can't find specs in the OH manual.
845846
Mark