|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 43
Shade Tree Mechanic
|
OP
Shade Tree Mechanic
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 43 |
Hey Guys
I am in need of the expansion plug on the backside of my cam for my "19" FB sedan motor. The hole mics out at ~1.466 inches, which seems like an odd size! At first I thought that it was a "cup type" plug, but a friend pulled one out of a similar engine and it was a disk about 1/4 in thick. I have tried several auto parts stores and talked with the machine shop that did my cylinder head, but not have any luck. If you are wondering where the original went, the guy that did the bearing babbiting evidently took it out when he hot dipped the block. Any ideas? They would be appreciated!
John
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 10,379 Likes: 1
Technical Advisor ChatMaster - 10,000
|
|
Technical Advisor ChatMaster - 10,000
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 10,379 Likes: 1 |
Some parts houses have a drawer full of the flat plugs in various sizes. See if they will let you dig through it. As a last resort, find one that is just a tad too big and grind it down to fit. I would use some good sealer around the edges and if it is a convex shape cave in the center when you install it.  
RAY Chevradioman http://www.vccacolumbiariverregion.org/1925 Superior K Roadster 1928 Convertible, Sport, Cabriolet 1933 Eagle, Coupe 1941 Master Deluxe 5-Passenger Coupe 1950 Styleline Deluxe 4-Door Sedan 1950 Styleline Deluxe Convertible 2002 Pontiac, Montana, Passenger Van 2014 Impala, 4-Door Sedan, White Diamond, LTZ 2017 Silverado, Double Cab, Z71, 4X4, White, Standard Bed, LTZ If you need a shoulder to cry on, pull off to the side of the road. Death is the number 1 killer in the world.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 11,162
ChatMaster - 10,000
|
|
ChatMaster - 10,000
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 11,162 |
Check out this site. M.D. hubbard Spring Companyor this one if you need a expansion plug kit: MSC industrial supply
Life's a long winding trail, love Jesus and ride a good horse!
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 43
Shade Tree Mechanic
|
|
OP
Shade Tree Mechanic
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 43 |
Guys
Thanks for your replies and ideas! A guy at work made me an assortment of 1/8 inch thick tapered disks out of stainless steel today, using a water jet cutter. I think that one of these will work. A clutch collar insert was made for me out of nylon using the same technique. This machine is very cool! I'll update you when I get it together.
Thanks again
John
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
