[wiskey tango foxtrot]

Is there a right way and a wrong way to store a crank? and if so what is the right way.

 

[MonsterMach]

Machine shops seem to hang them from the snout .... or stand them on the "back" end (short term) ...

I think the primary issue is ... PROTECT THE JOURNALS

 

[futurattraction]

I am only repeating what I've read, but from what I understand, part of the reason for hanging or setting them upright on the flywheel flange is that if they are laid down horizontally, they can develop a bow in them...the same with camshafts. I know it sounds impossible, given the material they're made out of, but I've read/heard that for years... Scott

 

[Jimmys66]

It does sound odd but, given enough time almost any object no matter how hard will begin to form to its environment. I have heard more than one story about a cam that is no longer straight after being stored on a work bench for a couple of years.

 

[n2omike]

It's been discussed here a bit...

http://www.network54.com/Forum/thread?forumid=74182&messageid=1011539086

 

[460 Tom]

The best way to store it is in an engine block, The next best way is to stand it up. They will bend if laid down, even for a short period (like a week).

 

[R Code]

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot. WTF. Clever.

 

[wiskey tango foxtrot]

thanks guys this is my first "real" build up and dont want to mess up a 69 351W

.thanks.