@hi_im_sean that's pretty awesome! Lol thanks, it looks like I might need some luck

 

Update: I have my block back from the machine shop and have started assembling my bottom end (sorry no pictures.) However, I've run into a problem. The pin hole on my connecting rod is too small. It's about .05mm too small. Great, another setback. It's looking like I might have to take my rods back to the shop to have the small end honed to spec. Has anyone else had this problem? Should I just try to return my rods?

 

that's china qc for ya
most are ok, some are not

 

I had to hone mine. I was lazy and cheap and just did it myself. 800 grit sand paper around my finger. It took hardly anything. 1000 miles so far on 20 lbs boost. With the wrist pins floating in the pistons, I don't think it was even necessary. What do the rest of you say?

 

That's what I figured. I guess that's what happens with these China parts.

That sounds sketchy I'm not sure I would be comfortable doing it with my finger. But if it worked for you maybe I could rig up a way to do it? A drill maybe? I do wanna know what everyone else thinks? According to this manual I'm reading it is necessary that the pistons float freely.

 

Don't be scared, before long you will want more than 1 finger

 

A drill would scare me. Just take them into the shop if your worried. Or use two fingers. No, threeee.

Your talking about half a millimeter. That's .009 on the radius. Nothing.

 

Okay since you guys seem to think this isn't a bad idea I'll just use my fingers and carefully check my clearances. I don't wanna wait any longer for the machine shop or spend more money.. lol

 

I used wd 40 on the sand paper. Clean and check a bunch

Full disclaimer : I am not a pro engine builder. I'm broke, lazy, and like to tinker with stuff to the point of catastrophic failure. It has worked fine thus far.

 

What did you use to check clearances Ryan?

 

The wrist pin

 

Yep

 

so i must have missed it, what turbo are you going with?

 

Update: Thanks for the help guys. After hours of carefully fitting I got the wrist pin to fit perfectly. Also by the way, those wirelocks suck, my thumbs hurt. I then put rings on and popped the pistons in. I called it good for the night at 2, I'll finish the rest tomorrow

 

Looking forward to seeing this happen!

Kawazaki green??

 

Right now I have a China turbo but as soon as I get the funds I'm getting a gt2871R

 

 

My finger really hurts 4 holes later...

 

that's cause you didn't lube it up

 

I used plenty of lube but after going for hours there's only so much good lubrication can do for you