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Duties and Tasks
Engine reconditioners may perform the following tasks: - dismantle, check and inspect engines for wear
- align, bore, re-bore and re-metal bearings
- re-bore cylinders and grind valves
- re-grind camshafts and crankshafts
- repair and recondition cylinder heads
- check various components using micrometers and dial indicators
- diagnose reasons for engine failure
- pressure-test cylinder blocks and cylinder heads
- overhaul components
- install engines in cars, boats, trucks or tractors
- assemble engines after repair
- balance tailshafts, crankshafts and flywheels.
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Quick Facts
