Its certainly a counterpoint to everyone's beautiful minimalist/hidden wiring engine bays. But not sure about the perspex bonnet!Jon, I think you should have a Perspex bonnet so the marvel of your engine bay is on display for all to admire.
Can u build a pad of chemical metal and set it flush with the top of the block? I’ve long term repaired a hole in the block on a Landrover with it, also used araldite with good results too.View attachment 45408 The plug in the head isn't the problem.
I didn't look closely enough at the gasket.
The gasket bead is borderline off the edge of the block, which means water from any of the coolant channels in the vicinity can get out there. Needs some thought!
like this Andrew?Can u build a pad of chemical metal and set it flush with the top of the block? I’ve long term repaired a hole in the block on a Landrover with it, also used araldite with good results too.
Today's fun was the water inlet. The mounting holes on the timing cover are rotated 45° anti-clockwise, meaning the petrol engine water inlet doesn't fit. This home made jobbie came off one of the diesel engines and fits well enough for now.
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Good luck Jon! Always a stressful time.The head is back on and holding water. Fingers crossed, first start tomorrow.
Thanks, yes, not found any oil or water leaks yet. The epoxy putty fell off during the run in, but no leak!Result!! Sounds very smooth. Was it oil & water tight?
yeah, it is very nerve wracking. I almost packed it up for the day when it was ready to fire, so I could enjoy another night of not knowing it didn't workAwesome job!
That's always got to be a heart in mouth moment starting up a fresh engine for the first time, I'm dreading that moment as much as I'm excited by it! Very much looking forward to seeing this back on the road.