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Engine Reconditioner
Engine reconditioners set up and operate machinery to
restore and recondition the machined surfaces of engines and
related vehicle components.
Engine reconditioners may perform the following tasks:
- dismantle, check and inspect engines for wear
- align, bore, rebore and re-metal bearings
- rebore cylinders and grind valves
- regrind camshaft 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.
Engine reconditioners work in specialised workshops,
sometimes concentrating on one aspect of the job. They wear
protective clothing while on the job and may use special
cleaning fluids.
Required Skills - Engine Reconditioner
- enjoy practical and manual work
- mechanical aptitude
- good with hands
- good eyesight for precision work
- able to keep up to date with technological change
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