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fordfixer · 04-13-2018, 09:36 PM

They make a compound to mix with engine oil. It is made to lap in a Babbitt bearing. I heard the Model T guys use it a lot. I have used it myself on the A engine. It did a beautiful job. Just wash out with kerosene when done. If any particles left in place they will not hurt anything.

04-13-2018, 09:36 PM	#30
fordfixer Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Crete, Illinois Posts: 296	Re: Lesser of two evils..cracked main babbit or used replacement? They make a compound to mix with engine oil. It is made to lap in a Babbitt bearing. I heard the Model T guys use it a lot. I have used it myself on the A engine. It did a beautiful job. Just wash out with kerosene when done. If any particles left in place they will not hurt anything.