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2019-11-28 - Hand Tool Mods
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2019-11-28 - Hand Tool Mods

Tech interpretation and enforcement is that any work done to an engine with a grinder, Dremel or file is open and no points.
Examples include gasket matching intake and exhaust ports, deburring intake runners or knife edging throttle body blades.  This does not allow CNC porting or extrude honing.


Q.
Is a drill press considered an allowed hand tool for modifications?
Is a shop press considered an allowed hand tool for modifications?
Is a lathe considered an allowed hand tool for modifications?
Is a mill considered an allowed hand tool for modifications?
Is a water jet considered an allowed hand tool for modifications?
Is a laser sintering machine considered an allowed hand tool for modifications?
is a 3D printer considered an allowed hand tool for modifications?

A.
Unless you can hold it in your hand it is not a hand tool.

Jay Mauney - Chief Tech Director

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