Goodson Gazette
Taking the Measure of a Valve Job
For such a small part, the valve guide is pretty important. In fact, I’d say it’s the foundation for the rest of the cylinder head.
Valve guides support the valves and help keep them running cool. If the guides are worn, you’ll have increased oil consumption and decreased cooling of the valves. Remember 25% of a valve’s cooling depends on heat transfer from the stem to the valve guide.
Tips and Tricks for Setting A Dial Bore Gauge
The Techxperts™ here at Goodson frequently get questions about how to properly set a dial bore gauge so we decided to devote this edition of Tech Notes to the basics and some tips to make it easier.Cleaning Solutions For the Machine Shop - Part 2
Last time we started discussing Cleaning Solutions for the Machine Shop with a quick overview of detergents. This time we’re finishing up our look at cleaning solutions with an overview of glass beads, tumbler media and shot.
The Whys and Why Nots of Cleaning with Glass Beads
One of the most widely used cleaning media is the glass bead. Glass beads are primarily used to blast engine components free of carbon base soils and oxidation. Blasting is done in a cabinet to contain and recycle the media being used.
How to Assemble a Dial Bore Gauge for Use
Don’t let the dial bore gauge frighten you. It’s a fantastic tool for measuring cylinders, but it must be assembled and set correctly. Follow these simple steps to dial bore gauge success. Read more now.Cleaning Solutions for the Machine Shop, pt. 1
There are 2 cleaning methods that we’re going to talk about this month – Cold Solution and Hot Solution Both have their merits and both have their downsides. Continue reading for more on Cold and Hot Cleaning Solutions.
3-D Fast Cut Valve Seat Cutting System
Multi-angle seat cutting first appeared in the Goodson catalog in 1991 when cutter bits and tooling from mira® were added to the product line. The first multi-angle cutter blades (FT-blades) appeared in the 1994 Goodson catalog and the 3-D Fast Cut™ system was born in 1997. The rest, as they say, is history.Choosing The Right Flex-hone®
Let’s talk a little bit about Flex-Hones®. You may know them as ball hones or dingleberry hones, grape hones … gotta love creative machinists!
By definition, the flex-hone® is a resilient, flexible, honing tool with a soft cutting action. So what does that mean? It means that flex-hones® adjust to the cylinder surface. That’s why they’re used after the cylinder has been sized with rigid honing stones.
Tips for Choosing the Right Brake Lathe Tip
It’s not as easy as it sounds. Choosing the right brake lathe cutting tip, that is. There are a few questions you need to ask yourself before you decide on the tip you need. Keep reading to learn more.