Vector88
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i am putting my motor back together and i came across a problem. one of those bushings that goes in the slot between the crank case and the block is missing. would it be ok if i bolt the block on like this? only one block is like this. the other 2 have 2 bushings under the blocks that goes in the slots in slots in the crankcase. please let me know asap!
SRX7
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if its missing get a new one and put it in.Do it right the first time.
Vector88
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dont have no where to get one locally! i would have to order it out of town. i think im just gonna put the block on like that because i dont see no harm. its just there to make it to go inline proper but thats what them bolts are there for!
Are you talking about a dowel or a crank thrust split ring...if its a dowel then its still will work...if its a thrust ring, I would wait...its not like you'll be sledding any time soon...my .02rx-1mountain said:
Vector88
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It's lining the cylinder in right position and yes it's good to have. But there is no harm if you let it out (my opinion). You can also make your own from right size "pipe"
Get in touch with fellow T.Yer redsnake3 from Lab. city...I'm sure he has a few spares & a good guy deal with...rx-1mountain said:
If it was mine I would want to have it, it's to help center the cylinder w/the piston stroke...my .02
rx1jim
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Those bushings act like dowel pins to hold the cylinder in the proper position relative to the center of the axis of the piston motion. The bolts alone only provide clamping force but no lateral position support. Engineers spend a lot of time making sure their designs will work. I would not assemble the engine without all the right parts. yes, you may get away with it for awhile, but for maximum longevity, do it right and use ALL the parts. If I had one I would gladly mail it to you. I am sure someone on the terrific site can send you one. Take your time, do it right. Just my opinion, trying to help.
