So far, I’ve mostly used an electric angle grinder and a Dremel tool. A good angle grinder is essential for anyone who likes DIY projects, so make sure to choose one that feels comfortable to hold. The Dremel is great for cleaning and refining parts of the engine and other items with small details.
I faced some challenges with the engine, like when I accidentally broke a spark plug, leaving the threads stuck in the head. I tried to use a number 5 screw extractor to remove the threads, but it needed more force. I carefully drilled it out with two different drill bit sizes without damaging the threads. After some careful work, I got it out. Then, I tackled the old injectors that were stuck. Since I’m converting the engine to use Weber carburetors, these injectors won’t be used. I’ll block off the injector ports with Canadian nickels because they fit perfectly.
The last problem was a bolt from the alternator bracket that broke. I’ll need to drill that out as well and retap it for a different size thread. I stripped down the cylinder heads, and after removing the camshaft and valves, I soaked all the parts in a degreasing bath overnight. After cleaning and scrubbing, and some work with the Dremel, I got the head and some smaller parts ready for painting. Overall, I found the process a bit overwhelming when issues came up, but by taking my time and doing my research, everything worked out, and I learned a lot.
Robot Rabbit 