I suggest you keep your original case. You probably can fix the intermediate shaft with Loctite shaft and bearing mount. If you mate mismatched engine cases you really should have them line-bored to keep the camshaft bearings in line.
The intermediate shaft probably damaged the hole by torqueing that camshaft bolt with out a holding device for the outer end of the shaft. (Cutaway old timing cover or Andover Norton type holding tool).
Also don't forget to examine the crankshaft rod bearing surface and mic them twice at 90 degrees apart. A light polish with fine emery paper by hand can remove any discoloration, but any scoring or out of round will require a machine shop to grind the journal and undersize bearings. If grinding it is imperative the blend into the counterweight be maintained.
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I suggest you keep your original case. You probably can fix the intermediate shaft with Loctite shaft and bearing mount. If you mate mismatched engine cases you really should have them line-bored to keep the camshaft bearings in line.
The intermediate shaft probably damaged the hole by torqueing that camshaft bolt with out a holding device for the outer end of the shaft. (Cutaway old timing cover or Andover Norton type holding tool).
Very solid point. I’ll have to consult with a friend of mine to get his thoughts on it and see which direction I should go in
Also don't forget to examine the crankshaft rod bearing surface and mic them twice at 90 degrees apart. A light polish with fine emery paper by hand can remove any discoloration, but any scoring or out of round will require a machine shop to grind the journal and undersize bearings. If grinding it is imperative the blend into the counterweight be maintained.