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Re: [Healeys] Extra engine, break it down or leave it together ?

To: Jerry Costanzo <grumpyinloomis@ssctv.net>
Subject: Re: [Healeys] Extra engine, break it down or leave it together ?
From: Thomas Morrione <tjmorrio@colby.edu>
Date: Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:29:15 -0500
Jerry (et. al) -- will be very interested in replies to your question. I
have a 66 BJ8 engine that was dismantled and is now in boxes. Head and block
have light rust from moisture as does the crank. Pistons, rods, etc. are in
box that seems to have been spared water damage.
Tom


On 12/7/09 3:05 PM, "Jerry Costanzo" <grumpyinloomis@ssctv.net> wrote:

> Not to break up the conversation about Chinese parts but:
> 
> I have an extra engine, which is now stored in a barn in a plastic bag.  The
> pistons, head, cam, crank and rods are all in place from whenever this was
> taken out of a BJ7 or 8.   In your opinion, is it better to let it sit
> together or take it apart and clean it up before the rust puts it into a solid
> state?    I have no problems with storage room.  I can store it either way.
> The barn does not leak but  there is no moisture control in there.
> 
> Jerry
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