[Chrysler300] I need a lift

["Rich Barber" <c300@xxxxxxx>]

Or, rather, the valves in the 390 HP ram-inducted engine in my 1964 Chrysler
300K convertible need a lift.  

 

Inspection of the engine from my parts car showed the camshaft lobes to be
severely pitted, requiring action.  Maybe it was the low-zinc oil??  Anyhow,
it seems the pitting is deeper than can be eliminated by a light grind and
this seems to leave me several options, including:

1.      Polish the lobes and run it.

2.      Obtain an NOS/OEM camshaft for the engine

3.      Obtain a new or used camshaft with a similar or better grind

4.      Metalize the existing lobes and grind them to original spec

5.      Other?

I would appreciate your thoughts and ideas on these and other
options-especially if you have an extra proper cam you would part with.  I
do happen to have a large engineering drawing of the cam measurements and
profiles.  Some of the tappets show some wear so I will replace them, also.

 

Due to wear and taper, I will also need new pistons-which seem to be
available.  Any thoughts on best available technology/brand/source of
pistons and rings would also be appreciated.  Reduce piston height or dish
the top to slightly reduce compression ratio?

 

C-300-K'ly,

Rich Barber

Brentwood, CA

 

 



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