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Originally posted by FMXhellraiser
Oh also Henry, if you are just rebuilding a engine again that's used and the cylinder walls are still really good shape then you can use a brush hone or a flex hone (which is what I used on all the engines that I had to do). When that happens then I have to say something, especially when I get that all the time.

FMX,

Easy now, if you read what the original poster stated, he said he had the block bored .030 over and had new pistons, so he is not rebuilding a used block. I agree with Henry, in this case the final honing should have been done as a part of the boring operation.

Yes you can use a flex hone or glaze breaker as you stated, when a used block is in really good shape.

You mentioned that you "get that all the time," not meaning this as an insult but you might start to wonder why. Brings to mind the saying "Tis better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to speak up and remove all doubt."

I know you are a young guy, and also recognize you are gaining experience and knowledge every day and like to share it, but we all can learn from each other. I am always open to corrections if I say something that is inaccurate and I also try ot respect others opinions. It's part of learning and mutual respect.

Pat