just wondering what tools some of you use to mod engines?

I'm not talking about the ones that you need a shop or a second garage to have, just the ones the average guy can afford..

a good set of needle files maybe?
also the first thing I want is some kind of stand with a big a$$ magnifying glass because my eyes suck..

You need to have a dremel tool and carbide cutting bits.


Mark

interesting... I've heard people specifically say not to use a dremel..

If you have a steady hand ..

thanks.. a dremel is what I used for my first engine mod.. my hand is steady enough but my eyes didn't want to stay focused, thus the need for the mag glass....
I just modified the ports, not into messing with the timing yet..

I started out just modifying the ports but now I'm getting into the timing.

Mark

I'm sure I will as well, but first I want to do a couple more port mods with pos results along with acquiring a bit more knowledge..

I don't think that carbide bits are enough. I had a engine done and the tear drop on the crank was so smooth and shinny that I could see myself. Some of these guys really have a gift.

Carbide bits work very well. All my tear drops are smooth with out any polishing.

I did a tear drop with a grinding bit , then a agressive polish tip and media. Came out mirror. I then took a few q-tip at low speed and polished the interior of the crank. Just be sure to wear protective eye wear , stuff can go a shooting.

If it's the right kind of carbide bit it comes out really shiny and smooth.

Where does one get these bits?

somthing like these maybe?

http://www.mytoolstore.com/dremel/18slcon.html

Those are grinding stones not cutting bits.These are tungsten carbide cutters made by Dremel..


Mark

thanks guys!