[Sugarmaker]

Folks,
I was able to get back at the K321 engine tonight after being out of town for the weekend.
- I took the screen back off the flywheel, I don't know why I thought it went on first?
- Torqued the flywheel nut.
- installed the drive pulley.
- Installed the head, Do you guys soak the head gasket in water first like the book says? I have this torqued down dry to 28 ft lb. in the sequence suggested.
-Installed the S/G bracket after taking the paint off the back. Trying to get that good ground for electric.
-installed the valve cover components , had to get a new green fiber filter at the dealers Yikes I didnt look like gold.
-Installed the points and cover ( Used some stainless steel hex head cap screws.)( Points not set yet).
-Checked the PTO spring position with functional gauge, and adjusted a little to get it correct.
-Installed the PTO bearing and locking ring, plus the PTO and the anti rattle clips. Secured with the cone points backed up by the flat end set screws.
- Secured the main fan shroud and the small tins on each side of the head.
-added the small cover for the opening below the carb.
It was a good night to work in the garage, A little to wet to mow around here.
Thinking about the exhaust system that Jeff put on his 149, I like that, and may try to do something similar. Would like to get the engine set in place soon but the wiring needs completed
Hope things are good. I will try to take some pictures and get them posted for you guys.
Regards,
Chris