🔧 Pontiac 249 cu in STRAIGHT 8 Engine Teardown - 1948-1949 - Ed Smith w

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🔧 Master Engine Builder Ed Smith Deep Dives into the Legendary 1948 Pontiac 249 Straight 8 - Complete Teardown!
Join BarryT as he interviews veteran engine builder Ed Smith for a detailed examination of this massive flathead straight-eight engine. Watch as Ed reveals the intricacies of this 249 cubic inch powerplant, from unique wear patterns to restoration challenges of this extra-long engine block.

The ingenious engineering behind Pontiac's water cooling solution
Close-up inspection of original pistons and cylinder wear
Step-by-step disassembly of this classic American powerplant
Expert insights into 1940s engine manufacturing techniques
Unusual ring wear patterns discovered
Premium brass water tube benefits
Straight-8 length considerations for restoration

Perfect for classic car enthusiasts, automotive history buffs, and anyone interested in vintage American engineering. Don't miss this rare look inside one of Detroit's most interesting engines from the golden age of American automobiles.

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