Mark: As I was installing my adaptor, I noticed that there would be
interference by a 'rib' on the engine casting toward the rear of the
engine. I ground it back to clear the adaptor so that it would fit flush
to the engine. No leaks.
(The Other) Len
Vacaville, CA
1967 3000 MKIII HBJ8L39031
> [Original Message]
> From: Mark and Kathy <mgtrcars@galaxyinternet.net>
> To: <healeys@autox.team.net>
> Date: 10/28/2006 1:34:47 PM
> Subject: Engine Break IN Question
>
> I am happy to say that the chassis rebirth is complete on 1960 BT7 6744.
The
> engine has started and sounds pretty good with the Moss SS exhaust.
>
> My questions are:
>
> 1-How important is the 20min. 2000RPM break in for the cam?
> That seems like a lot of RPMs for a long time on a brand new engine.
Won't
> normal driving break in a ground cam and new lifters
> along with the rest of the engine?
>
> 2- I do have an oil leak at the Moss oil filter adapter. I followed the
> directions closely for the oil filter and didn't see any visual problems
> when I installed it. I even used the infamous Hylamar to help seal it .
The
> word UP was on the body so that went UP. It is leaking between the
adapter
> body and the engine block where the gasket is. So far I just left it
until
> I could see if any listers have had leaks in this area . Any one have
this
> problem before. I know I used the right bolts for my car.
>
>
> Thanks, Mark
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