Lindy Tools In-Head Piston Cutter

Now that I have decided to flycut the pistons I had to get the proper tools to do the job. I needed a cutting tool that can be used while the pistons were still in the block. I heard Isky Cams made such a cutter so I gave them a call. I was suprised to hear they were 3 months on back order! I then turned to Lindy Tools in Waukegan, IL. They produce an in-head cutter that creates both dept and radial clearance and is superior to the Isky cutter.

When I called Lindy I was suprised the owner, Dave, answered the phone. I explained what I needed and he assured me he had the proper cutter. He also gave me some history around the Isky cutter and why they were not available. At the time I was unsure but felt I had no other choice. I ordered his cutter for half the price of the Isky one.

The Lindy cutters are made to order so it took two weeks to arrive. When it came in I was impressed with the quality of the cutter. Happy with my purchase I started laying out plans to cut the pistons. The process would take over eight hours to complete so I wanted to have everthing right.

Lindy Tools Cutter Size 2.375

From Piston Valve Clearance

From Piston Valve Clearance