<VV> Re: 110hp engine with bad #4 cyl?

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i would check all cylinders for taper etc(and ridge)  the crank may clean up 
but it needs to be checked with micrometer at best and not easy in block, 
maybe if you are a good gambler you could  plastigauge it. i still would think  
about tearing it down with a minimum of bored cyls and new premium cast pistons 
and crank turned if ok under 10 under. if worse replace it. make sure 
everything gets washed down and oil pump gears looked at etc. make sure your shop 
understands corvair cylinders pistons etc or ship it to one of our vendors or 
shops!! too much of a gamble not to tear it down and do it right the first time.in 
my opinion. while you are at it valve seals , blower bearing  etc etc.our 
cruel shop motto used to be"if you havent got the time / money to do it right the 
first time, why bother?"  regards tim colson