The Beautiful Puzzle: 1987 3.3L 930 EFI Build

[MBruns]

Do not stagger the pump gears !

[350HP930]

Originally Posted by CaptainCalf

Danggit, I knew you were gonna say that...oh well, there goes another hour and 2 beers in the garage tonight

That's not always a bad thing. I've lost track of how many drinks and time in the garage I already have invested, lol.

[CaptainCalf]

Originally Posted by MBruns

Do not stagger the pump gears !

Thanks Mike, I'll leave them as is. On to the ring lands
RC

[CaptainCalf]

Originally Posted by 350HP930

That's not always a bad thing. I've lost track of how many drinks and time in the garage I already have invested, lol.

I'm sure that the cost of beer for this project is deductible
RC

[CaptainCalf]

more progress tonight

[350HP930]

I was rather suprised when I found out how well within spec the ringlands were.

Turbo engines are notorious for tearing up pistons and ringlands.

[CaptainCalf]

Originally Posted by 350HP930

I was rather suprised when I found out how well within spec the ringlands were.

Turbo engines are notorious for tearing up pistons and ringlands.

Yep, the oil rings are all really nice and tight!

I think it all comes down to maintenance. You took good care of it and it shows

[CaptainCalf]

added another tool to my collection...

[350HP930]

Ah, now that's the way to torque a rod bolt!

BTW, Happy official tax day to you Rick, I hope you are able to recover quickly, lol.

Your deposit was very helpful when it came to paying for my own tax burden this year.

Here is a video of the CNC lathe and mill I'm planning on getting with the remaining balance for the 930. Even though the lathe can be used as a standalone unit it also integrates with the mill to perform its CNC functions in addition to acting as the 4th axis for the mill. I'm hoping you are just an anxious to get your remaining goodies as I am.

[CaptainCalf]

Originally Posted by 350HP930

Ah, now that's the way to torque a rod bolt!

BTW, Happy official tax day to you Rick, I hope you are able to recover quickly, lol.

Your deposit was very helpful when it came to paying for my own tax burden this year.

Here is a video of the CNC lathe and mill I'm planning on getting with the remaining balance for the 930. Even though the lathe can be used as a standalone unit it also integrates with the mill to perform its CNC functions in addition to acting as the 4th axis for the mill. I'm hoping you are just an anxious to get your remaining goodies as I am.

Yes Sir, Uncle is happy for another year

That's a nice lathe and I can't wait to clean out the rest of your garage so you'll have plenty of room for that new toy!

Thanks,
RC

[CaptainCalf]

Still gathering parts and machine work, so project has stalled a little, but once I gather up the body and remaining parts next month it will be full steam ahead!

Currently, Camgrinder is referbing the rockers and Mike at JB Racing is crossdrilling the crank, drilling the case plugs and adding fire rings for a nice seal between the heads & jugs.

My motor stand is lonely...LOL!

[350HP930]

So glad to hear about the progress Rick! At least when you get your goodies back you can start clamping everything back together.

Is that a spare bike motor I see on the garage floor or are you juggling multiple projects at the moment? lol

[CaptainCalf]

Originally Posted by 350HP930

So glad to hear about the progress Rick! At least when you get your goodies back you can start clamping everything back together.

Is that a spare bike motor I see on the garage floor or are you juggling multiple projects at the moment? lol

Good eye!

I've just packed up the last of that STG1 motor that I parted out today. It had some sweet parts and they all went to lots of new happy homes.

My garage is project free except for the 930 build, so I can constipate on one thing at a time

However, in the meantime I've finally racked and tapped my home brew Belgian Tripel that's been conditioning in a secondary fermenter for the last 9 weeks and man it's good and strong...prolly 10% alcohol
RC

[CaptainCalf]

Here's a pic of my freshly epoxy painted covers

[350HP930]

Looks great Rick!

[CaptainCalf]

These little beauties look like they will make a nice upgrade to the old head studs

[350HP930]

Well, its good to know the rod and head bolts will match, lol.

[350HP930]

Oh man, now you really got your hands full, lol.

[CaptainCalf]

Yep, I think this will be larger then a 6-pack project

Thanks Tony!
RC

Oh man, now you really got your hands full, lol.

[350HP930]

Indeed, looks like is time to brew several more of those water jugs, lol.

PS - Not sure if you noticed this is already the 8th most viewed thread in this forum . . . .