So, the components are back from the machinist and I've started to prepare things for assembly.
Today, the bores were checked for cleanliness. Wiped down with a white shop towel. All clean, so a fresh coat of Marvel Mystery Oil on the bores. The hone finish was right where Total Seal recommended--Rpk: 10, Rk: 30; RVk: 35.
Next task was deburring the piston skirts. A few of the custom Ross pistons had been touched with a die grinder to get the weights equal across the set. There were some rough spots on the skirts, which I smoothed with Cratex rubber abrasive. A quick scrub with soap and the pistons are ready for assembly.
Next week, I plan to install the crank and pistons into the block. Stay tuned.
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