Counterbore only the block liner seats that exhibit measurable erosion of 0.025 mm (0.001 in) or greater. Generally, liner seat erosion resulting from a head…

Cylinder block top deck cleaning. Clean the cylinder block top deck completely with wire brush or “Scotchbrite” pad. Use caution when cleaning around the liner…

Use a 6V7059 Micrometer to measure the thickness of the flange. Measure the thickness of the flange with a 6V7059 Micrometer. Use the liner again…

Extended operation after a head gasket failure or filler band leakage can allow erosion or corrosion on the liner flange to cylinder block joint(s). Excessive…

Thoroughly clean both sides of the steel spacer plate with a wire wheel or “Scotchbrite” pad. Use caution when cleaning around the liner hole with…

There are several factors which affect the amount of material that can be removed from the surface of a cylinder head. These include valve projections,…

Cylinder Head – Bottom Deck Remove the cylinder head from the engine to expose the bottom deck sealing surface. Before cleaning or machining of the…

Coolant loss and aeration can be caused by reasons other than combustion gas leakage past the head gasket fire ring seal. Air can enter the…