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Is it a good idea to "break the glaze" on the chrome when reusing rotor housings?

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Old 10-05-2014, 12:10 PM
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Default Is it a good idea to "break the glaze" on the chrome when reusing rotor housings?
I'm thinking about oil retention and apex seal break in. Is it wise to use fine grit sandpaper and gently sand the chrome?
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Old 10-06-2014, 05:18 AM
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Default Re: Is it a good idea to "break the glaze" on the chrome when reusing rotor housings?
Yes .I have done that to all the engines that I have built
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