bforshaw
CJ250t (1978)
Got to work removing the carbon buildup from the valve faces and ports. Used a good old soft brass wire wheel for most of it and some liberal doses of elbow grease. Removed the valves and cleaned up some of the burnt oil deposits and pitting. All valves appeared in good condition really, they measured up within limits too.
The pistons were a pain in the…
They were really thick with carbon, took my time making sure none of it fell down between the rings. Basically scraping it off with a razor blade, applying a touch of heat, scraping, heat, scrape……you get the picture. Quite please with the results really.
Looking better I think.
Obviously whilst I am in there, had a good look at the cam chain tensioner….it looks almost new, no wear at all. ;D
The pistons were a pain in the…
They were really thick with carbon, took my time making sure none of it fell down between the rings. Basically scraping it off with a razor blade, applying a touch of heat, scraping, heat, scrape……you get the picture. Quite please with the results really.
Looking better I think.
Obviously whilst I am in there, had a good look at the cam chain tensioner….it looks almost new, no wear at all. ;D