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Hello,
I have some old cylinder jugs that need to be bored 1 (maybe 2) over bore, but I can't seem to find any shops in my area by searching on line. Does anyone have some suggestions for Colorado? I'm able to drive anywhere in the Colorado Springs, Denver, and Pueblo area.
So I just got back from visiting a highly recommended local engine machine shop where I was hoping to get some advice on what size pistons and rings I should purchase. When I got there the owner of the shop flipped the jugs upside down, measured the bottom with a pair of calipers and said "Still...
Nevermind the head gasket question, figured that out already. After a little snooping I get the feeling that the 3rd oversize pistons won't work for a 80xs. Is this true? Or can I bore it out to the 3rd piston range?
Here's a link to how this all got started: Long Version
Here's the short version:
The right cylinder seized, I pulled everything apart and took the cylinders in to the local speed shop. I hoped the guys there would tell me I just needed to go 1st over and I'd be all good. They told...