AX 160 rebuilds

[Monkeypirate]

Just had a question about the Engines we have.  I have a block that is decent condition but it looks like it was run out of oil.  I know I can get pistons, But I was wondering if it can be sleeved to retain the stock pistons that i have. Or more to the point if there is a sleeve out there that will work with them. Just curious. I'm guessing it would be cheaper to get a set of pistons. Still like to check my options though.

[woodwalker]

Hi glad to see your started on it.
Sleeves are an option but your better off to take the head off and measure I believe they went to .40 over if the block has not been rebuilt it should clean and smooth at .20
And I see listings at about 300 for that size
I consider sleeves a last resort.

[beerman]

The pistons go up to .060. I have a few sets of those.

[Monkeypirate]

The block is in good shape. I'm going to go .20 over with the pistons and I will have to find new cam, rod and crank bearings. the crank was a bit rough from the bearings going out.  But I hope to have it running in the next year. Lots of work to do...