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    Challenger V8

    Thank You for the input.
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    Challenger V8

    Has anyone built the Challenger V8 or similar? Wondering what to use or build for the carburetor. Is there a carb I can purchase for this?
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    Challenger V8

    Hi Everyone It has been a while since I posted anything so it is time that I give an update to my Challenger V8 build. The block is complete except for painting, which I am doing later today then I will start assembly. Cam, crank, valves are complete. Still need to finish the piston rings but...
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    Challenger V8

    Your engine looks and runs great. I hope I get the same results. I am currently building the Challenger V8. Got the crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods installed in the block. Next comes the cam. I was looking over the prints and don't see any reference to the crankshaft to cam gears or the...
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    Challenger V8

    I guess I am jumping right in, I have built a Stuart steam engine and that is it. I have been in metal my whole working career from machinist to manager. Hopefully I have learned enough to get by. Got the piston rings made this past week. Greg
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    Challenger V8

    This is the Challenger V8, I understand the castings are no longer available. My siblings and I purchased these for my Dad in the early 1970's. He passed away and never did much on them. I am the only machinist in the family so I get to work on them. Below is a picture of my block fixture and...
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    Challenger V8

    Have you started your engine yet? I started with the block, establishing the location of the cam and crankshaft. Attached is a picture of the fixture I used and the block in the fixture.
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    Challenger V8

    Just thought I would post the progress on my V8. Managed to finish the 8 pistons without destroying any of the castings. I am going to move on to the piston rings before the connecting rods. Greg
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    Another new member, long time reader

    Welcome Jamie. I am sure you will enjoy the site. It has helped me in my builds.
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    Lancer Engineering v8 engine

    Thank You all for the information. Now where would be a good place to order the piston rings? Greg
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    Lancer Engineering v8 engine

    As I continue with the Challenger V-8, I am at the point of boring out the cylinders now that the sleeves have been press fit. Anyone tell me the proper piston to cylinder clearance? From the prints it would appear the pistons will be .992 and the bore 1.000. Is that correct?
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    Coles - an answer and a question

    So sad to read about the demise of the Cole's Power Models. I grew up with them watching my dad machine some of them. I even have the Challenger V-8 that I am working on. Actually purchased the casting back in the 70's. I don't have much advise as to what to do with the existing models, just...
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    SOLD - For sale Camshaft - Crankshaft grinder / accessories

    Hi Micheal I plan on posting the progress when I get my phone camera back. I have pictures on it but right now can not get them off of it. Have you started your engine? I am getting close to completing the block and will be working on the cylinder sleeves soon. Greg
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    SOLD - For sale Camshaft - Crankshaft grinder / accessories

    Peter Did you find a home for this? I am building the Challenger V8 and this would be nice to have. Greg
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    Lancer Engineering v8 engine

    I could post pictures as I go. Will retire end of June and hope to spend more time on it as well as other steam engines I have.
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