jamesmartin
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OK front cover is on with original pump and original cover, taken off main bearing no4 and it is showing copper so they are on their way south.
Just gotta fit the sump, fan and belt. Fill with oil and coolant and job done!
Lets see what happens!
they arent on the way south ,they have reached the pole and youve found one of the reasons oil pressure is low, i wouldnt bother refitting front cover its just a waste of time
Cheers JM but cover is on just gotta put fluids in andhead home!
The reason it had to come off again is because the inner drve of the pump slipped out and as i did up the crank bolt it pushed the pump gear through the rearplate photo attached
Tired now!
your not going to run that engine surely
I started coming on this forum about 5 years ago for the RRC content (which was at least 50% then). I have a knackered SORNd RRC which has waited forlornly for attention for far too long.
Now RRC content is relatively sparse and L322s seems to be taking over from P38s. But I still come on here several times a day.
Why? I don't have a P38 or even a L322. I have no need to understand the intricacies and foibles of EAS etc etc.
The answer is simple.
It's because I stand in awe of the dedication, commitment and technical knowledge and skills of members such as Saint.V8, Wammers, Datatek and the many others who are too numerous to mention. The people who rise to the challenge presented by their beloved cars and are so willing to share their experiences so freely with others.
Well done all, and especially to Ant for his blow-by-blow account of his latest struggles.
Keep it up and I shall continue to watch this forum closely!
Good luck Ant!
Pete
Crank was smooth on the bearing I took off thankfully no scoring or grooves could be felt!! Nearly dislocated my shoulder trying to undo the bolts though...man they were tight! Didn't get any numbers...no idea they were numbered....what do the numbers mean?? Never done mains or big ends before so never researched what it is all about!!Hope you took the numbers off the shell's so you can order new one's if the crank is ok. If the crank is scored then its crank out and regrind.
Yep, as JM said, they aren't just heading south, they are there already, pitched a tent and eating ice cream!!Sorry Ant, IMO the bearings are fecked.
Shipping to the UK would be quite expensive me thinks, but I appreciate you kind offer....will have to research what the different sizes mean and how to determine what size is required!Sorry to hear the news - I have a spare set of new shells (standard) I'd like to get rid of (and a camshaft).
Bought but never used.
'fraid so.....kinda have too, will keep and eye on oil quality, do 3 month changes (if it is going to last that long!! nd see what is what in the new year. (see reply to Wammers below)your not going to run that engine surely
The engine is smooth and rumble free, she does tick a tad at idle, but that I have always put down to a dicky tappet/lifter....The crank must be rumbling like a orphan belly.
What's the verdict Ant?
The shells should have a set of numbers and possible +10, +20 etc. these will identify the shell internal diameter so you can fit like for like. If the crank is not scored don't drive it to much and you will probably get away with replacing the shells. Do one main at a time and make sure the crank turns over smoothly before going on to the next one. Best take the plugs out to make it easier for yourself.
Can they be replaced with engine and crank in-situ??