Date:         Sun, 20 Oct 2013 21:09:24 -0500
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From:         JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Another trip to SWFL
Comments: To: Robert Clemmer <n51219@COMCAST.NET>
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Why? I would keep a log on the engine - set some baselines - then run
it. When the numbers begin to change - then I would begin considering
alternatives.

I worked as an aircraft mechanic for years. In private aircraft,
teardowns were only done when the numbers began to get out of line.
Otherwise - we simply ran them. Those numbers were things like
compression numbers, oil analysis numbers, crankshaft runout, end play,
oil pressures, oil leaks, etc. If such are good - drive the thing until
they begin to change. THEN look at the alternatives. Enjoy your machine.

John

On 10/20/2013 8:58 PM, Robert Clemmer wrote:
> I know I should open it up and do
> the main and rod bearings but it is just soooooo smooth.