Guy Weller wrote:
> Hi, I have been "hanging out" on the MGs list for the last 3 months and
> wondering why there was so little Spridget stuff on there. Now I find that
> you are all lurking just up the street on another list !!
>
> I need advice on a 1275 engine rebuild.
> 1) Camshaft bearings are shot. Workshop manual lists an expensive
> sounding job of replacing them using a special tool and reamer. I have
> also been told that you just press out the old liners and press in new with
> engineering adhesive to stop them spinning - no reaming required. Anyone
> done that job ?
>
> 2) Block needs a rebore, + 10 thou should be sufficient. Current pistons
> look good to use again. Can this be done using oversize rings in standard
> pistons or will I have to buy new +10 oversize pistons ?
>
> Can anyone give advice ?
>
If you are going for an engine bore, bring in the cam bearings. The shop can
easily fit them using a bearing drive tool. Or you can use a socket of the same
size to drive out the old and drive in the new. On using the socket, be sure to
clean the edge of the new cam bearings using an old piece of piston ring to
lightly scrap away any burrs on them from diving them in.
If you are going for a re-bore I would recomend new pistons.
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Frank Clarici
Too many Sprites
http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut
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