now what?

[smallblock450sl]

Originally Posted by headwrench

wouldnt ask for anyone else to pay for the rings, but thanks for the offer. one last question tho, when i pull the cylinder off, do the lifters stay in the block, and do i have to mess with timing in any way? i have never had one of these things apart except for the head. can i pull the jug off without pulling the head? im not to smart when it comes to this thing. it scares the hell out of me! i guess bottom line is, can i pull off the valve cover off, remove the rocker arms. pull out the push rods. remove the bolts holding the cylinder, and pull it off? sorry for the long post. thanks

The engine block/cylinder are one peice. You will need to take off the primary clutch fixed sheave (sorry,special tool needed) take the side cover off, then you can remove the cam/balancer/rod. Make shure you pry gently on the side case, leaving the cam and balancer in place. Make your own mark/marks on the balance/crank and cam so when you put it back togeather, it will be in correct timeing. The reason I offerd the rings is I'm 95 percent shure it is your problem. Hope the cylinder is not scored and a hone will clean it up or a bore job and oversized piston/ring set will be needed. Good luck.

[headwrench]

wow! guess i will live with the smoke. i sure didnt know it was that much of a job. anyone live close to me that wants a little extra cash,( central ohio), and beer! LOL thanks guys for all the help.