I showed the little plates I made to cover the Welch plugs and the front balance shaft sleeve plugs. Just for a little protection. Here is a pict of plate not installed.

 

Plates installed

 

Sorry guys. I have been trying to figure out the best way to show pictures and try to keep in order. Not doing a very good job. Bear with me. First timer. Obviously LOL.

Here is the reason for the front balance shaft block off sleeves.

 

Shaft that I had machined for water pump.

 

Cover installed and shaft protruding.

 

Bearing hub machined and installed for support.

 

Pulley and belt installed to show my idea of a belt driven water pump. The stress on the water pump will be relived substantially. Plus the water pump can be changed a lot easier. I wanted to use a electric water pump but could not find the room I needed to plumb it.

 

Here is what is removed for those who may not know. Yes I know the the chain tensioner guide is off. I just put it together to show all that the little chain has to do.

 

That is great work.

 

Thanks hhrfreek. To bad that these little engines have lost some popularity. Only a few have anything to say. If I would have done this 6 to 8 years ago this thread may have blown up. Lol