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Geo.T · 04-23-2019, 01:39 PM

In the past I recollect restorers using two kinds of powder (one course and the other finer for finishing) which when mixed with oil were used to restore bearing journals. Prussian Blue was used to measure progress. One of the powders was color yellow. Apparently the abrasive qualities deteriorated to zero with use so that clean-up was not a big concern.The reports were very positive. I am unable to find info in the archives. Does anybody have further info, advice, including source for obtaining?
Thank you in advance. George

Bob C · 04-23-2019, 02:22 PM

Timesaver https://www.ws2coating.com/timesaverlappingcompounds/

RUNNERBUN · 04-23-2019, 08:53 PM

Snyder's sell the Timesaver.

ursus · 04-23-2019, 10:51 PM

Timesaver for babbitt and soft metals like bronze or brass comes in three grades of abrasiveness. Follow the directions regarding the relative amounts of Timesaver and oil in the mixture and do not exceed the percentage of Timesaver advised. You should only need the fine grade although a rough fit might require the medium grade. Take your time and do it right!

PC/SR · 04-23-2019, 11:01 PM

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Be careful that none on the rear bearing seeps out the ends onto the thrust faces. Will throw off the crank end play. Cover the thrust faces with scotch or other tape if there is room. Watch the end play and measure as you proceed.
Edit: Friend says I am too negative. I do like timesaver, just watch the crank end play. Should not be a problem unless you do a lot of lapping with coarse or medium grade, but again, pay attention to end play.

04-23-2019, 01:39 PM	#1
Geo.T Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 36	Restoring crank and rod bearings In the past I recollect restorers using two kinds of powder (one course and the other finer for finishing) which when mixed with oil were used to restore bearing journals. Prussian Blue was used to measure progress. One of the powders was color yellow. Apparently the abrasive qualities deteriorated to zero with use so that clean-up was not a big concern.The reports were very positive. I am unable to find info in the archives. Does anybody have further info, advice, including source for obtaining? Thank you in advance. George

04-23-2019, 02:22 PM	#2
Bob C Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 8,741	Re: Restoring crank and rod bearings Timesaver https://www.ws2coating.com/timesaverlappingcompounds/

04-23-2019, 08:53 PM	#3
RUNNERBUN Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Queensland Australia Posts: 640	Re: Restoring crank and rod bearings Snyder's sell the Timesaver. __________________ Adjust your points with gentle blows of a 2 pound hammer

04-23-2019, 10:51 PM	#4
ursus Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,374	Re: Restoring crank and rod bearings Timesaver for babbitt and soft metals like bronze or brass comes in three grades of abrasiveness. Follow the directions regarding the relative amounts of Timesaver and oil in the mixture and do not exceed the percentage of Timesaver advised. You should only need the fine grade although a rough fit might require the medium grade. Take your time and do it right!

04-23-2019, 11:01 PM	#5
PC/SR Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 1,278	Re: Restoring crank and rod bearings Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Be careful that none on the rear bearing seeps out the ends onto the thrust faces. Will throw off the crank end play. Cover the thrust faces with scotch or other tape if there is room. Watch the end play and measure as you proceed. Edit: Friend says I am too negative. I do like timesaver, just watch the crank end play. Should not be a problem unless you do a lot of lapping with coarse or medium grade, but again, pay attention to end play. Last edited by PC/SR; 04-25-2019 at 12:19 AM.