I've been working on the engine in the garage after work each evening.
Took some initial measurements and I think I'm going to polish the crank myself with some 600 grit, order .001 main bearings and see where I am.
I still plan on taking my pistons / rods into the machine shop and letting them check them out. If they have to resize the big ends, I'll be out $60 or so, but to me it's worth it.
This engine was filthy. I can't get over how dirty it was inside and out.
Finally got it cleaned. Knocked the glaze off the cylinders with a hone and cleaned the block down good, and oiled the cylinders a bit.
Plan on getting some primer and hopefully base / clear on the block tomorrow if the weather cooperates (too windy today).
Right now I'm soaking my main caps and pistons (one assembly at a time) in a big can of Berryman's.
Local shop said he'd take the complete head, tear it down, clean it and check everything. If it needs a valve job, cost is $145. If not, much less.
I figure I can still get this thing freshened up for less than $400 when it's said and done. I'll take that.
