Top products from r/EngineBuilding
We found 18 product mentions on r/EngineBuilding. We ranked the 16 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Scientific Design of Exhaust and Intake Systems (Engineering and Performance)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
Show Reddit reviews2. Four-Stroke Performance Tuning
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Haynes Publishing Group
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Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
How to Rebuild the Small-Block Ford
Show Reddit reviews4. Tripp Lite Keyspan High-Speed USB to Serial Adapter, PC & Mac (USA-19HS)
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Serial adapter allows a serial device to be connected to a USB computerPlug-and-play convenience:DB9 serial port is seen as a COM port by your computer, and is available for use by any program that accesses COM portsNo need for an external power adapter:draws power directly from your computer via th...
Show Reddit reviews5. IRWIN Screw Extractor Set, Hex Head, Multi-Spline, 25-Piece (53227)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
VERSATILE: Remove broken studs, bolts, socket screws and fittings for high torque applicationsGRIPPING POWER: Aggressive left hand spiral design for extra gripping powerEASY-OUT STYLE: Spiral flutes embed themselves to increase grip as resistance increasesETCHED SIZES: Extractor size and recommended...
Show Reddit reviews6. INNOVA 3555 Advance Timing Light
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Advance dial enables user to check base timing, mechanical advance or retard, and electronic advance or retard applicationsDirect reading advance scale adjusts from 0-60 degreesSlim, rotating barrel for better aim at timing markWorks with most ignition systems: conventional, electronic and computer ...
Show Reddit reviews7. Wire 2 1/2" Hose Clamp - 5 PACK by Peachtree Woodworking - PW6096
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
2 1/2" Wire Hose Clamp - 5 clamps per packageUse these clamps to secure your hoses to hose accessoriesMany other uses in your shopAvailable in Steel, Wire & Thumb Screw Style in 2 1/2" & 4".Also available in 4" wall mount hanger.
Show Reddit reviews8. ProForm 67605 Valve Spring Compressor
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Package Dimensions: 4.826 H x 26.162 L x 12.192 W (centimetres)Package Weight: 0.75 poundsFit type: Vehicle SpecificCountry of Origin : Taiwan
Show Reddit reviews9. PROFessional Powertrain VC42 Chevrolet 350 4-Bolt Engine, Remanufactured
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Each engine we remanufacture is essentially reverse engineered - in part to discover original factory deficiencies. If possible, our seasoned R&D personnel and QC experts make improvements. Why shouldn't our engine last longer than your first?Engines come with installation gasket set and oil pump un...
Show Reddit reviews10. Mitutoyo 511-753 Bore Gage, CG-6"AX/2923SB-10
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Carbide-tipped contact points for durabilityThe dial indicator is fully protected by a rugged coverOptional extension rods can be attached for measuring deep holesItem Product Dimension: 16.5" L x 7.5" W x 2.5" H
Show Reddit reviews11. Rode VideoMic GO Light Weight On-Camera Microphone
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Delivers clear, crisp, directional audio with incredible ease of useRode designed the VideoMic GO with a tight pickup area that focuses directly in front of the micReduces other surrounding sounds, ensuring that your subject is isolated from background noiseThe integrated Rycote Lyre shock mount iso...
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13. Zoom H4n Pro 4-Track Portable Recorder, Stereo Microphones, 2 XLR/ ¼“ Combo Inputs, Guitar Inputs, Battery Powered, for Stereo/Multitrack Recording of Music, Audio for Video, and Podcasting
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Four-channel recording up to 24-bit, 96 kHz. Built-in stereo x/Y microphones, up to 140 dB SPL2 XLR/TRS inputs with locking connectors. Records directly to SD/SDHC cards up to 32 GB4-In/2-out USB Audio Interface. Monaural speaker: 400 mW 8 ΩLine/phone-line output load Impedance- 10 kω or more. Lin...
Show Reddit reviews14. Fusionbrands Thumb Small Task Scraper Tool, 3.63 x 1.5 x 0.5 inches, Blue & Green
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
A SMALL TASK SCRAPER – The ThumbScraper is the small task scraper that does it all. It's perfect for removing price tags, stickers, wax as well as gunk and grime that builds up around the home. Includes 2 scrapersSO MANY USES – Super helpful, it's a label remover for your new shoes, removes gunk...
Show Reddit reviews15. ELGIN INDUSTRIES .575" LIFT SLOPPY STAGE PERFORMANCE Hydraulic Roller Camshaft & Springs compatible with 2000-2007 Chevy 4.8 5.3 5.7 6.0 6.2 LS1 LS2 LS6 E1839P
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
This Cam is a close replacement for the Sloppy Stage 2 currently on National Back order!!For NON AFM Engines
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My arsenal of approved non marring tools I use.
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https://ads.midwayusa.com/product/602417/hoppes-brass-cleaning-picks-and-brush-set
https://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/trim-moulding/trim-and-molding-tool-set-5-pc-64126.html
https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-Nylon-Mini-Brushes-3-Pack-NMB3-HDX/206453096
https://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece-nonmarring-scraper-set-95832.html
https://www.amazon.com/8MILELAKE-Scrapers-Contoured-Refillable-Application/dp/B07F5KGLNX
https://www.amazon.com/1%C2%BD-yard-Abrasive-Cloth-Rolls/dp/B00JAOK90S (600 grit never use this with force it's only a deburring last resort long strokes )
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And whatever cleaning solution like brake clean, mineral spirits, acetone etc. whatever works best WD40 even. .
That's pretty much my entire arsenal of things I have to keep on hand to clean surfaces properly.
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Now this method isn't for your everyday mechanic trying to make money because it's very time consuming and if I were working on OEM applications I wouldn't be too worried about some of the unapproved methods described here because time is money and if you use the wrong method but you pay very close attention to how you work the ROLOC disc keeping the movement in large swings, using extremely light pressure low RPM you can achieve long lasting leak free finish for the rest of the life of the cars engine . It depends on a lot of factors like the stock studs combined with gasket type, torque pattern, checking head and block being square and true. Cleaning the mating surfaces by hand is extremely labor intensive in some situations it's easy to get frustrated and get whatever abrasive is handy.
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This thread is a good one because it's one of the most annoying and tedious tasks when rebuilding race engines. My engine has many places RTV is used and it get's old. Only enjoyable part is seeing a shiny clean factory looking finished part.
There are dozens (hundreds?) of guides for the LS engines. Books, YouTube, forums, etc. all offer potential advice and walk-throughs for the actual rebuild process. If you can't find any you like, try: https://www.amazon.com/How-Rebuild-GM-LS-Engines-ebook/dp/B00V8SS2EY
Far more important is what you want to build this engine for, street/strip, drag racing, hauling, 4x4, and what you want to spend for the total project. Set a budget for the entire thing because it is very easy to blow $1000s on a motor with many fancy aftermarket parts that don't actually work together well and that don't work for the vehicle it's going into. That's a great way to lose interest in the project when it doesn't perform the way you'd like, and the hobby in general.
No sweat man, keep it up!
For audio, I have a Zoom H4N recorder that I got used for $100. It does a surprisingly good job for how inexpensive it is. You can also plug nice mics into it if you can find a deal on a shotgun mic. A cheaper/easier option is Rode's DSLR mic that goes in the hot shoe port. Better sound is going to make your videos much better. Anywhere that you don't get great sound, cut to B-roll and do voiceover in a quiet room at home.
Good luck!
I come from the Sloppy Mechanics world of LS builds.
https://sites.google.com/site/sloppywiki/everything-ls/sloppy-stage-2
These mild cams are also great for NA builds.
Turns out one of the original cam grinders saw a spike in sales due to one of their cams being the "sloppy stage 2". So they adopted that in their marketing.
They are good quality cams and offer cam + spring packages:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CPDKKCS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I've also used this cam:
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/tfs-30602001
But it did require longer pushrods since the base circle is smaller than the factory cam.
I've only messed with one Windsor before, so personally I may not be of much help. I would like to recommend one of SA Design's books though.
https://www.amazon.com/How-Rebuild-Small-Block-Ford-Design/dp/1932494898
I have six of their books, and all are amazing. The three Pontiac V8 ones I have are all spot on, and that's from a lifelong Poncho guy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vo0rwgiaiuM&t=420s Here is a vid I just did on mine to find TDC, but with the head off. But it sounds like you have it marked correctly. If the balancer is only marked for TDC with the pointer. You will need an adjustable timing light that has the dial or the ability to input timing advance. Then you turn the dial on the timing light so that your TDC mark on the balancer lines up with the pointer. Then the number on the timing light is the timing. https://www.amazon.com/Innova-3555-Advance-Timing-Light/dp/B000EVYH7W
VWs are a great place to start. Four-stroke performance tuning by A. Graham Bell is an interesting read.
https://www.amazon.com/Four-Stroke-Performance-Tuning-Graham-Bell/dp/0857331256
Edit: added link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075M8ZBZP?ref=dp_vse_pc0
Dense plastic with a chisel point.
Perfect gasket scraping tool
Hanson /Irwin makes a good set of extractors.
I'm wondering if I should be upgrading my bore dial gauge... It seems like I should really be shooting for a .0001" accuracy gauge.
What do you (or others) think about this one?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FJIH6IC/ref=ox_sc_mini_detail?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
https://www.amazon.com/Wire-Hose-Clamp-Peachtree-Woodworking/dp/B000UJ44GM
I use this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004705XC4?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_image
$80 and it lets you do 2 springs at the same time. It bolts in place of the 2 rockers and you just tighten the nut in the middle and it squishes the springs down.
It's worth emphasizing that this strongly ties in to camshaft design.
For more detailed reading, read The Scientific Design of Intake and Exhaust Systems
GODDAMN SON, YOU ARE RIGHT
PROFessional Powertrain VC42 Chevrolet 350 4-Bolt Engine, Remanufactured https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007CWR63S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_pZGYDbHH0KW4W
> If I get a serial to usb converter for a more permanent setup, do you think that will work?
The potential for issue is that many of the cheap USB-232 converters are "loose standards" converters... may work on many modern things, but fail on items that are standards-stringent. I used to build / program automated equipment (controls engineer) and would run into this in plants where techs would try and talk to PLCs or PLC-related gear with cheapo converters. As it is, the stack on my dynojet uses a 232 connection and it has to also be the tight-standard style of converter. This unit should work, if any will: https://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-Keyspan-High-Speed-USA-19HS/dp/B0000VYJRY/