Cylinder hone with engine in situ

[inman999]

I'm going to replace the rings on the missus MX5 soon. My question is after I've honed the cylinders I need to wash the material out. Everything I've read suggests using copious quantities of soap and water. I plan on leaving the crank in place. Am I likely to knacker the crank bearings or can I get away with wrapping it carefully in cling film or similar.

[inman999]

Thanks for the reply pumaracing

I'm using a 240 grit flex hone as the bores look good and i just want to prep them for the new rings, not necessarily remove much material. Don't like the look of those 3 stone jobbies.

[inman999]

Nice one, dad's got a lathe so the dowel to fit in the cylinder is something I had not thought of.

Will make sure everything is properly taped up.

Are you suggesting not using any cutting oil?