valves

[Gearhead999]

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First thing you have to remember when asembling an engine is to check everything, yep, take nothing for granted. You check it and compare to specs. It will save you in the long run.

If you roll the block upside down, main bearings up. Then with crankshaft out of block, wire check all the cam bearings to make sure the oil holes are lined up, bearing to block. Then check the cam bearing that it is question. Get lots of light and some mirrors, check for "nicks" or what ever.

I agree with you about dry fitting the cam first. As I said before a bolt attached to the front of the cam will help alot with the manuvering of the cam. If it fits, then lube it up and install.

Same on crank. put the main bearing in dry, then use some plastic gauge and check the clearances. If they are OK, lube and install main bearings and torque. Check for crankshaft end play.

Then use plastic gauge on the rod bearings as you install the pistons.

Hope all this helps.

Later