First time engine build: Chevy 350

DjSquall

I've all the tools I need minus the engine stand. I'm an HVAC service tech by trade, I've rebuilt quite a few motors & compressors already. This isn't too far off.

For now, I want to try and reuse everything I got. Scrubbing the bolts & pushrods is a PITA! It's going to be a slow process haha.

I've already noticed a couple of the bolts have minor fatigue damage. But before I jump out and buy new ones, I want to go over everything else. ARP studs look sexy

At this rate, I may not even finish cleaning the first head this weekend. I've been at it for an hour now and my hands KILL.

Edit: I've sprayed the pistons with WD-40 so it has time to do it's magic. There was even mold inside the flooded piston -_- also, the side with the blown head gasket has filthy water jackets. Can I use CLR to soak these?

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