H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.

Dissident · 01-15-2019, 01:07 AM

Todd,
Couldn't see oil filter adapter in the pics. Is the by pass plugged so everything has to go through the filter? IF not, I would highly suggest that for better filtration path.

Looks like the dampers were being used as hole saws into whatever spacers were being used. Hardened locators are better solutions for sure.

Might be worthwhile for you to measure the existing clearance on the gnawed up bearings so you can log what is too much for the weight lube you might be running.

Are the piston skirts all chewed up as well?

Wishing you the best of luck on the rebuild.

Regards to you and Autumn,
HB2

Dissident Hombre

Glenn Briglio · 01-15-2019, 07:54 AM

Yes rust in cylinders and on valves and seats is from fuel.

Alan Nyhus · 01-15-2019, 09:07 AM

Todd, the VPC11 and C12 fuels will leave a little film of rust. Some light oil and a Scotch Brite pad and you'll be fine. I fog mine with Marvel Mystery Oil at the end of the season.

For valve springs, I'd highly recommend the PAC 1409X and matching their retainers. They were designed for this application. Controlling the lifter is critical with these stub nosed cams.

https://www.racingsprings.com/index..../category/358/

A good high zinc oil is a must for long lobe life. Valvoline VR1 or Red Line are good oils

https://www.redlineoil.com/20wt-race-oil-5w20

You'll be back in business in no time.

Nmbr1GMfan · 01-15-2019, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alan Nyhus

Todd, the VPC11 and C12 fuels will leave a little film of rust. Some light oil and a Scotch Brite pad and you'll be fine. I fog mine with Marvel Mystery Oil at the end of the season.

For valve springs, I'd highly recommend the PAC 1409X and matching their retainers. They were designed for this application. Controlling the lifter is critical with these stub nosed cams.

https://www.racingsprings.com/index..../category/358/

A good high zinc oil is a must for long lobe life. Valvoline VR1 or Red Line are good oils

https://www.redlineoil.com/20wt-race-oil-5w20

You'll be back in business in no time.

Al, these are more like pits in the cyl. and yes I'm looking at the PAC 1409X springs, not sure which retainer yet. Been using Brad Penn oil.

HP HUNTER · 01-15-2019, 11:08 AM

Hows that #4 cap fit into the register? You probably should wet mag the crank.

01-15-2019, 01:07 AM	#1
Dissident Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Colorado hills Posts: 123 Likes: 11 Liked 73 Times in 36 Posts	Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit. Todd, Couldn't see oil filter adapter in the pics. Is the by pass plugged so everything has to go through the filter? IF not, I would highly suggest that for better filtration path. Looks like the dampers were being used as hole saws into whatever spacers were being used. Hardened locators are better solutions for sure. Might be worthwhile for you to measure the existing clearance on the gnawed up bearings so you can log what is too much for the weight lube you might be running. Are the piston skirts all chewed up as well? Wishing you the best of luck on the rebuild. Regards to you and Autumn, HB2 Dissident Hombre

01-15-2019, 07:54 AM	#2
Glenn Briglio VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Massapequa Park,NY Posts: 1,290 Likes: 1,914 Liked 977 Times in 312 Posts	Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit. Yes rust in cylinders and on valves and seats is from fuel. __________________ 1989 Camaro Iroc-Z I/SA B&B Auto Machine Shop.

01-15-2019, 09:07 AM	#3
Alan Nyhus VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Lower Dakota territory Posts: 1,182 Likes: 1,074 Liked 800 Times in 237 Posts	Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit. Todd, the VPC11 and C12 fuels will leave a little film of rust. Some light oil and a Scotch Brite pad and you'll be fine. I fog mine with Marvel Mystery Oil at the end of the season. For valve springs, I'd highly recommend the PAC 1409X and matching their retainers. They were designed for this application. Controlling the lifter is critical with these stub nosed cams. https://www.racingsprings.com/index..../category/358/ A good high zinc oil is a must for long lobe life. Valvoline VR1 or Red Line are good oils https://www.redlineoil.com/20wt-race-oil-5w20 You'll be back in business in no time. __________________ "That'll never work....."

01-15-2019, 11:08 AM	#5
HP HUNTER Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Colorado Springs Colorado/Thousand Oaks Ca Posts: 656 Likes: 86 Liked 373 Times in 129 Posts	Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit. Hows that #4 cap fit into the register? You probably should wet mag the crank.