Slow and steady wins the race! Speaking of racing - the Super M engine will be ready for the track with as much care and attention to detail you guys are putting into it. Great job, Senior! She'll be ready to do work in no time. Looking forward to more progress!
I like the way that gasket kit came. This saves the company that made the kit time and money. it saves you money on the purchase AND it is really convenient and time saving for the purchaser!!
This engine will be as good as or better than when it was new. You cleaned everything so nice. I’d eat my dinner off that block and think nothing of it. You’re getting the anticipation building. I can’t wait for the big start-up so keep after it. Sr. rocks! 😎👍👏
As I watch this video, with the clean parts neatly organized on the the table, and the description/instruction of the assembly process, I think like father, like son. Thank you for sharing. Even though I love all things mechanical, nothing is more important than the father and son relationship.
They always seem to go together fast once the lower end is together. I hope that holds true for you as well Senior! Really nice job with the video work!
You guys share so much good knowledge I wish I had money I would become a patreon member but I don't so I'll send love and blessings from iowa thank you for all your videos and time involved and God bless you sasquaches
@@squatch253 Did you ever come to a conclusion as to just what the knock was ? I do not recall an actual smoking gun kind of yes indeed that's it kind of diagnostic. Meticulous rebuild like this gives me a warm fuzzy kind of feeling,as long as it is not me being so patient for so long. Well done.
A drop or two of thread lock on the cam retainer bolts and on the idler bolt since they do not have lock tabs keeps them from coming loose and having the gears rubbing on the timing cover.
I always wondered if the older L head engines were as efficient as over head valve engines. Perhaps the main reasoning for the overhead valve system was to decrease the heat into the valve guides, promoting better valve life. About the same time, harder valve seats were introduced allowing for use of zero lead gasoline. The down side was extra moving parts in the valve train. Some military vehicles using the Chrysler flat head 6 cyl had sodium valves to deal with the heat problem. Certainly, the older L head engines are easier to work on and rebuild. I wonder if McCormick employed the hardened valve seats in the L head super 'M'?
I never want to be one to tell those far more experienced how to do their craft but @19:19 I see the crank has two spots for woodruff keys but only the rear one had a key in it, the front one was empty. Perhaps there was a cut i missed the installation of the 2nd key but maybe not. Hopefully the 2nd key was there when the lower pulley was slid on
with a crank pulley that is that loose on the crank snout.. is that the possible reason they put in 2 crank keyways.. to double the strength.. i realize that the crank snout nut holds the pulley tight to the crank sprocket. its just a thought..
Would it be sacrilegious to use blue loctite rather than fold over washers? I can understand why you wouldn’t use it on the rod bearings and main caps, but the front cover etc?
I have a question about a Farmall 400, lacking power under load been through everything, only problem I see is it idles at 40 degrees advanced, would it be possible someone has the cam timing off? Won't run at TDC at idle
There is always debate on which of the two timing marks is TDC. While the head is off, can you put this argument to end. Maybe with a dial indicator. Thank you.
I've been following this rebuild from the start, and I don't remember hearing an explanation for where the knock was coming from. I don't think it was the broken parts when the flywheel housing came off. Is there a conclusion I missed? Keep up the good work, Senior!
Possibly number 3 cylinder and piston a few videos back. I think it was discussed when the disassembly was being done and again when the new cylinder sleeves were fitted.
I can't answer for him,but the old pro that taught me was adamant. Use 3M weatherstripping adhesive on one side,then use something on the other side that will allow you to remove cover and gasket without damage,should such be necessary. Grease,oil,nonhardening gasket adhesive,whatever it takes,whatever is available. If something bad happens,it sure saves a lot of time and grief.
Slow and steady wins the race! Speaking of racing - the Super M engine will be ready for the track with as much care and attention to detail you guys are putting into it. Great job, Senior! She'll be ready to do work in no time. Looking forward to more progress!
I like the way that gasket kit came. This saves the company that made the kit time and money. it saves you money on the purchase AND it is really convenient and time saving for the purchaser!!
This engine will be as good as or better than when it was new. You cleaned everything so nice. I’d eat my dinner off that block and think nothing of it. You’re getting the anticipation building. I can’t wait for the big start-up so keep after it. Sr. rocks! 😎👍👏
Really methodical approach to the assembly process great workmanship 👍👍
As I watch this video, with the clean parts neatly organized on the the table, and the description/instruction of the assembly process, I think like father, like son. Thank you for sharing. Even though I love all things mechanical, nothing is more important than the father and son relationship.
I agree completely on all points.
Great video there Mr. Squatch Sr. You and your son should have been teachers. I like the way you explained every thing. Thanks for sharing.
What an amazing teacher. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge. Excellent video. Nice and slow with great explanation
They always seem to go together fast once the lower end is together. I hope that holds true for you as well Senior! Really nice job with the video work!
Nice job Senior! Still enjoying this series!
Stay safe all! :-)
Sr y'all are the first people I have seen use silicone correctly in many years.!! 😊😊😊👍👍👍👍
Nice work, Senior!
Well done Senior!. I always enjoy watching your expertise.
Outstanding as usual. Thank you Senior.
You guys share so much good knowledge I wish I had money I would become a patreon member but I don't so I'll send love and blessings from iowa thank you for all your videos and time involved and God bless you sasquaches
It's coming together! Thanks for sharing. Full view and thumbs up!
@@squatch253 Did you ever come to a conclusion as to just what the knock was ? I do not recall an actual smoking gun kind of yes indeed that's it kind of diagnostic. Meticulous rebuild like this gives me a warm fuzzy kind of feeling,as long as it is not me being so patient for so long. Well done.
A drop or two of thread lock on the cam retainer bolts and on the idler bolt since they do not have lock tabs keeps them from coming loose and having the gears rubbing on the timing cover.
Thank you, enjoyed watching and looking forward to further episodes.
It is coming together very nice. Excellent video.
Thank you. Good explanation. Going along nicely.
I always wondered if the older L head engines were as efficient as over head valve engines. Perhaps the main reasoning for the overhead valve system was to decrease the heat into the valve guides, promoting better valve life. About the same time, harder valve seats were introduced allowing for use of zero lead gasoline. The down side was extra moving parts in the valve train. Some military vehicles using the Chrysler flat head 6 cyl had sodium valves to deal with the heat problem. Certainly, the older L head engines are easier to work on and rebuild. I wonder if McCormick employed the hardened valve seats in the L head super 'M'?
I never want to be one to tell those far more experienced how to do their craft but @19:19 I see the crank has two spots for woodruff keys but only the rear one had a key in it, the front one was empty. Perhaps there was a cut i missed the installation of the 2nd key but maybe not. Hopefully the 2nd key was there when the lower pulley was slid on
maggs131 : yep I noticed that also when Sr. took it apart there were two keys on the crankshaft
I think the pulley was only used to center the seal. It was not actually the installation of the pulley.
Nice video,..this series of videos could easily be used as a 'teaching aid', I think.
Thank you for this video!
Looking great, I'm waiting on pistons and sleeves for mine yet
Excellent! Thank you for posting.
that engine will purr when it's all done and back together! coming along really quick now!
Who's gonna have their engine don first? Jr with the cat or sr with the farmall?
with a crank pulley that is that loose on the crank snout.. is that the possible reason they put in 2 crank keyways.. to double the strength.. i realize that the crank snout nut holds the pulley tight to the crank sprocket. its just a thought..
Fortunately I have time to watch this and Chris Losey hopefully button up his engine too.
Would it be sacrilegious to use blue loctite rather than fold over washers? I can understand why you wouldn’t use it on the rod bearings and main caps, but the front cover etc?
Not gonna question you at all on it.
Thanks Snr
I'm enjoying the rebuild here in Australia Q
What was the knock in the engine before tear down I missed it
I have a question about a Farmall 400, lacking power under load been through everything, only problem I see is it idles at 40 degrees advanced, would it be possible someone has the cam timing off? Won't run at TDC at idle
Do the distributor run off the governor ?
Good job Sir, will you paint it a some stage?
There is always debate on which of the two timing marks is TDC. While the head is off, can you put this argument to end. Maybe with a dial indicator. Thank you.
will Squatch jr going to paint the block with the special primer same as X231?
I see there was a spot for a second woodruff key. Was there a reason you only installed one?
I have the question with your thorough intricacy I didn't see you check the ring gap clearance? did you do that off camera.
Stay safe
@@squatch253 My apologies.
I missed it.
Stay safe
Very good video.
I've been following this rebuild from the start, and I don't remember hearing an explanation for where the knock was coming from. I don't think it was the broken parts when the flywheel housing came off. Is there a conclusion I missed?
Keep up the good work, Senior!
Possibly number 3 cylinder and piston a few videos back. I think it was discussed when the disassembly was being done and again when the new cylinder sleeves were fitted.
That ratchet is worth more than the 4 cylinder engine. Lol Nice job!
I notice that sometimes you wear cloves and others you dont, what is your criteria for glove wear?
I know you like your farmalls and cat but would you ever get a farmall md diesel?
Is there a gasket for the timing gear cover? And what about green as the engine color?
Green on a farmall? I sure hope you aren’t a designer!
@@charlienorton2337 actually I'am Thank You
So who gets running first? Sr or Jr? Anyone placing bets. :-)
She's gettin closer.... Quick question, is there a reason you only put the gasket sealer on one side instead of both? Cheers :)
I can't answer for him,but the old pro that taught me was adamant. Use 3M weatherstripping adhesive on one side,then use something on the other side that will allow you to remove cover and gasket without damage,should such be necessary. Grease,oil,nonhardening gasket adhesive,whatever it takes,whatever is available. If something bad happens,it sure saves a lot of time and grief.
Be Kind & Rewind! Oops think I my have lost a few years there.😃 Thanks guys gotta make it short. Spring is springing.
Since the early 90s when I worked in my friends engine shop the question has always been is it galley or gallery?
Inquiring minds still want to know.
Gallery
Oil gallery from the peanut gallery
😎
no assembly lube or oil on the cam bearing journals and lobes?
@@squatch253 yep missed that somehow, thanks for correcting me Squatch senior
Senior- Were you a mechanic before retirement?
checked my mailbox and no maple syrup..maybe monday?
I'll bet you are starting to get excited, I know I am.
Haven’t been this early in a little while.
Senior is a squared away individual.
like the way show how do it no getting know about everything in your life just show how to get job done