<VV> splitting the block over a tooth

[Frank DuVal]

But what actually failed? Did the cam or gear fail? Lifter?

The only way the "experts" learn is by getting this data from all 
experiences, including yours.

More data please.

Frank DuVal

4carbcorvair wrote:

> I had a few 'experts' on a certain Corvair forum tell me that I was going
> overboard wanting to change the cam in my 140 when I was planing my 
> rebuild.
> So I took the advise of the experts. About 100 or so miles on it after 
> the
> rebuild and I get to tear the engine apart again, to replace the cam,
> lifters, main bearings, rod bearings, anything else I find messed up and
> flush the HUGE amount of metal that is throughout my engine. It's only 
> money
> and time.....
>
> Goes to show that 'experts' are only human.
>
> And I should be able to rebuild Corvair engines in my sleep.
>
>
>