D-47: Engine Fully Assembled
This weekend saw the completion of engine assembly. It took a lot longer than I thought it would have, but everything seems to have gone together just fine. I guess I kind of took my time to try to make sure that everything got put back in its correct place, in the correct orientation, with the appropriate amount and type of lubrication. I took the engine off the engine stand and am hoping to get back out there later tonight to fit the rear engine plate, flywheel, and clutch. Depending on how things go, I might even try to mount the transmission up, although to be honest that will probably have to wait until tomorrow.
In other exciting news, former (and future?) team driver Sam and her friend Trevor donated two sets of Miata wheels to the team for the grand total of $0.00. Seems all the Spec Miata teams are moving to 15″ wheels and tires, so these 5-spoke 14″ wheels are out of vogue for them now. That’s great news for us, as the 14″ wheels are lighter and the tires are cheaper (and lighter).
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