How To: 1944 Chev HUW restoration

[Mike K]

Originally Posted by Bruce Parker

The HUW's 216 is being overhauled by a master mechanic friend. His work is impeccable and much appreciated!!! A big shout out to the Filling Station in Lebanon, Oregon that was able to provide gaskets, rings and a bunch of other parts. Highly recommended.

Are you fitting a Aluminium timing gear ? I have been told these Al. gears are noisy but at least they are reliable unlike the original fibre timing gears Been two cases of a CCKW stripping it's timing gear during the Corowa MV event , one of these breakdowns occurred during the return trip home in 1980.

The valve guides in these 216 need to be in good shape, the engine will sound noisy and will not run smoothly if the guides are worn. Don't ask me how I know this ! Lesson learnt.