Wish i had u with me to put those skills to work on my engine, especially the part about the main bearing clearance, i never knew about that before but it makes absolute sense
Saw you post this video on the 68/69 facebook group. I've got a '68 of my own that I'm going to end up going through the engine sooner or later - subscribing! Great content.
Thanks Mark! Always glad to help... I restored my GTO, including painting it in my garage, without knowing what the heck I was doing. Ha, ha... if you ever have any questions, let me know. Just paying it forward now... Can't wait to see you get through your rebuild, and welcome to the FMG family. See ya soon.
Be sure to subscribe for more ... click here; ua-cam.com/users/fastmontysgarage Also be sure to source your Pontiac engine parts from @Butler Performance , they have everything you need! Get your FMG hat at www.etsy.com/shop/fastmontysgarage
Just passing on something you might already know but I 've always been taught when installing rings to clock the ring gaps 33 degrees apart oil rings at 12:00 2nd grove 4:00 and top ring groove @8:00 to create better cylinder seating
Thanks John.. I'm aware of the tribal knowledge... however, I think I'd much rather follow the instructions provided by @TotalSealPistonRings ,wouldn't you? Thanks again...
Hey Monty, building a Pontiac 350, top ring gap calculates to .019525, second ring .0214775, I’m thinking I should round both up, .020 and .022, do you think it would be wise to do so? First time with file fit and I’m scared!
I have a Pontiac 400 bored to 4.15 I’m building. I have total seal rings and Ross custom cnc dished pistons. I just finished gapping the rings and it says to use quickseat dry lube on the rings and cylinder walls. I seen you didn’t do that. Is it unnecessary if you just use light film of break in oil? Also ross no longer engraves the gram letters under the pistons anymore cause they are under a gram difference now. It threw me off when I called asking why they weren’t labeled. Thanks for the amazing videos. They are helping me along the way on my build.
@@FastMonty thank you! I have never heard of it ether it just said it in the install instructions for my total seal piston ring instructions. One most question… how to get your autograph for the man cave?
Because I'm a Pontiac guy too, I Am excited to see how far you are now on your engine rebuild Mike. This should make for a sweet running machine bud. Watching the progress, and the attention to detail you put into your GTO is making me anxious to finish my bird project! Did you go with the same cam profile as what you had?
Another awesome video! I have been meaning to ask you what kind of oil do you use and filter I use AC Delco filter and Valvaline 10w30 + a quart of slick 50 I use the slick 50 because I share to God I felt the power difference on a Pontiac 350 that was worn out and when I tore it apart the rod bearings were fused to the crankshaft journal's!! Unreal but true so I know you will know something better thank you Monty.
Thanks! Crazy story. I only use WIX filters. Oil is Driven HR1 15W-50, here's a link from Butler, where they sell both. butlerperformance.com/i-31643387-butler-oil-change-kit-15w50-bpi-oc-kit.html?ref=search:https%3A%2F%2Fbutlerperformance.com%2Fsearch.html%3Fq%3Doil Thanks again!
@@FastMonty Thank you Monty I am going to try it, it sounds like Butler Performance has all kinds of killer stuff for the Pontiacs Thanks again great videos!!
Great job mike you got the slugs in the bore rock on brother. hey what cam did you go with this time around? Anyway stay cool I’m still in bodywork prison too hot for filler I had some bodywork questions what’s the best UA-cam link to ask you about them
Thanks James... gettin there... I'm happy with my same Butler Roller Cam. For body work, I would go to Eastwood's channel, and try and follow Kevin Tetz... ua-cam.com/video/kHEOmH0UILg/v-deo.html Hope that helps!
What do you mean by one side? Flipping it over? If you're referring to grinding both "ends" at the same time, or not... I've never heard of doing just one. Doing them at the same time, with the tool I used, maintains the parallelism of each end. Hope that helps.
@@FastMonty not flipping them , yeah I meant only one side. I’ve seen so many people do it that way but doesn’t seem correct. Your way seems right as it would make both ends equally grinded
@@robm2630 Exactly. I could see if you didn't have the tool I have, one could just file one end, but you'd have to make sure it's symmetrical with the other end. As long as you're careful, and deburred, it'll work. Thanks Rob!
Very good thank you very much
Welcome! And thank you for the comment!
Wish i had u with me to put those skills to work on my engine, especially the part about the main bearing clearance, i never knew about that before but it makes absolute sense
Ha! Thanks Brandon!
Saw you post this video on the 68/69 facebook group. I've got a '68 of my own that I'm going to end up going through the engine sooner or later - subscribing! Great content.
Thanks Mark! Always glad to help... I restored my GTO, including painting it in my garage, without knowing what the heck I was doing. Ha, ha... if you ever have any questions, let me know. Just paying it forward now... Can't wait to see you get through your rebuild, and welcome to the FMG family. See ya soon.
Fantastic Video Mike, love the thoroughness!
Thanks! Yeah, just trying to pay it forward so others can do it too... Thanks for the comment.
Be sure to subscribe for more ... click here; ua-cam.com/users/fastmontysgarage Also be sure to source your Pontiac engine parts from @Butler Performance , they have everything you need! Get your FMG hat at www.etsy.com/shop/fastmontysgarage
Great video Mike. One step closer.
Ha! Yep... getting there!
I just got the exact same setup the pistons are beautiful, thanks for the vid the detail is exceptional once again
Thanks Dan... and congrats on your beautiful pistons too. ha, ha...
I’m excited and want more.
Thanks John! And, you will get more. :)
Just passing on something you might already know but I 've always been taught when installing rings to clock the ring gaps 33 degrees apart oil rings at 12:00 2nd grove 4:00 and top ring groove @8:00 to create better cylinder seating
Thanks John.. I'm aware of the tribal knowledge... however, I think I'd much rather follow the instructions provided by @TotalSealPistonRings ,wouldn't you? Thanks again...
@@FastMonty yep that's what i get for commenting before watching all the video first. I guess I jumped the gun on that one.
@@johnkennedy8452 ha! Happens to the best of us. See you next time!
Thanks for a great video Great tips
Welcome, and thanks for the comment!
After filing the ring there is a burr on the ring. It's a good idea to use a small stone to remove the burr. At least that is what I have always done.
Yup, definitely need to remove the burrs on those rings. Doesn't matter what to use, just don't create another burr... ha, ha... thanks!
Hey Monty, building a Pontiac 350, top ring gap calculates to .019525, second ring .0214775, I’m thinking I should round both up, .020 and .022, do you think it would be wise to do so? First time with file fit and I’m scared!
Nothing wrong with a slightly larger gap. Have fun, and take your time.
I have a Pontiac 400 bored to 4.15 I’m building. I have total seal rings and Ross custom cnc dished pistons. I just finished gapping the rings and it says to use quickseat dry lube on the rings and cylinder walls. I seen you didn’t do that. Is it unnecessary if you just use light film of break in oil? Also ross no longer engraves the gram letters under the pistons anymore cause they are under a gram difference now. It threw me off when I called asking why they weren’t labeled. Thanks for the amazing videos. They are helping me along the way on my build.
Congrats on your project, and glad I could help... haven't heard of that QuickSeat before. If it's recommended, go for it! Have fun with your build!
@@FastMonty thank you! I have never heard of it ether it just said it in the install instructions for my total seal piston ring instructions. One most question… how to get your autograph for the man cave?
@@SoullessCasper Ha! Thanks for the thought... have fun!
Because I'm a Pontiac guy too, I Am excited to see how far you are now on your engine rebuild Mike. This should make for a sweet running machine bud. Watching the progress, and the attention to detail you put into your GTO is making me anxious to finish my bird project! Did you go with the same cam profile as what you had?
Thanks Rickey! Glad I could help inspire you to git er dun. Yeah, same moderately aggressive roller cam as before. Thanks for the comment!
Another awesome video! I have been meaning to ask you what kind of oil do you use and filter I use AC Delco filter and Valvaline 10w30 + a quart of slick 50 I use the slick 50 because I share to God I felt the power difference on a Pontiac 350 that was worn out and when I tore it apart the rod bearings were fused to the crankshaft journal's!! Unreal but true so I know you will know something better thank you Monty.
Thanks! Crazy story. I only use WIX filters. Oil is Driven HR1 15W-50, here's a link from Butler, where they sell both. butlerperformance.com/i-31643387-butler-oil-change-kit-15w50-bpi-oc-kit.html?ref=search:https%3A%2F%2Fbutlerperformance.com%2Fsearch.html%3Fq%3Doil Thanks again!
@@FastMonty Thank you Monty I am going to try it, it sounds like Butler Performance has all kinds of killer stuff for the Pontiacs Thanks again great videos!!
Great job mike you got the slugs in the bore rock on brother. hey what cam did you go with this time around? Anyway stay cool I’m still in bodywork prison too hot for filler I had some bodywork questions what’s the best UA-cam link to ask you about them
Thanks James... gettin there... I'm happy with my same Butler Roller Cam. For body work, I would go to Eastwood's channel, and try and follow Kevin Tetz... ua-cam.com/video/kHEOmH0UILg/v-deo.html Hope that helps!
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Thanks!
Is it true it’s better to file piston rings only on one side rather than both at same time
What do you mean by one side? Flipping it over? If you're referring to grinding both "ends" at the same time, or not... I've never heard of doing just one. Doing them at the same time, with the tool I used, maintains the parallelism of each end. Hope that helps.
@@FastMonty not flipping them , yeah I meant only one side. I’ve seen so many people do it that way but doesn’t seem correct. Your way seems right as it would make both ends equally grinded
@@robm2630 Exactly. I could see if you didn't have the tool I have, one could just file one end, but you'd have to make sure it's symmetrical with the other end. As long as you're careful, and deburred, it'll work. Thanks Rob!
@@FastMonty thank you! Awesome vids ! Keep it up 👍
@@robm2630 Ohhh no, thank you! See ya!
So what would I want the gaps to be if I were boosting my Pontiac?
Good question... depends on how much boost, and your bore diameter. Pause the video at the 3:28 mark to see the chart.
@@FastMonty didn’t even notice that chart on my first watch, thanks
@@Ox78 No worries... I went pretty fast through that. Hope it helps.
Audio sucks
Seriously? Audio is perfect. Thanks.