I bought my traction two weeks ago.It's a Slough built 11CL8.
I have removed and disassembled the engine.
How can I identify the main crankshaft bearing shells so that I can order a new set? The lower centre has a little white metal missing.
Are the bottom seals for the cylinders available.
My cylinders haven't been disturbed. Can I clamp them in place and have the block flushed and treated etc and not replace the seals?
Is it necessary to change the valves and seats to accommodate lead free petrol?
When cranking the engine it registered 30psi oil pressure and 100, 95, 94 and 85 cylinder compressions cold.
The pistons, rings and cylinders look to be in excellent condition.
The camshaft and followers show no pitting or discolouration.
I'm inclined to clean it, renew the valves and seats and reassemble it.
I'd love some opinions
I have removed and disassembled the engine.
How can I identify the main crankshaft bearing shells so that I can order a new set? The lower centre has a little white metal missing.
Are the bottom seals for the cylinders available.
My cylinders haven't been disturbed. Can I clamp them in place and have the block flushed and treated etc and not replace the seals?
Is it necessary to change the valves and seats to accommodate lead free petrol?
When cranking the engine it registered 30psi oil pressure and 100, 95, 94 and 85 cylinder compressions cold.
The pistons, rings and cylinders look to be in excellent condition.
The camshaft and followers show no pitting or discolouration.
I'm inclined to clean it, renew the valves and seats and reassemble it.
I'd love some opinions