Re: More questions

From: Karl Gilchrist (xtr25618701(at)xtra.co.nz)
Date: Mon Nov 24 1997 - 01:05:12 CST


Andy Walker wrote:

>
> I've got a few more questions for you Alpiners out there.
>
> * Cylinder head differences:

Round spark plug recesses equals original (factory head) Pocketed
recesses equals head from later Rootes group engine (probably
Hunter/Arrow range)
>
> * Valve cover differences:

The Series I-IV had the fancy valve covers-The Series V just had the
plain valve cover-although the earlier cover will fit and in my opinion
makes the engine look just a little bit more classy (but not any faster)

> * Side plate "vent tube:" My car also has what appears to be some sort of vent tube off the rear side plate of the engine. What is this for ...............

Crank case ventilation -it should have a rubber pipe connecting it to
the inlet manifold.

Karl
Series V
B395017760



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