andyborris
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Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose.
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May 10, 2024 11:30:37 GMT
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Sorry, but looking at a broken tooth on the oil pump, worn bearings and a cam that if it's not knackered will be soon, I'd say it's time for a quality rebuild! That engine has done it's service and now needs serious love. And money. Lots of money. Ask me how I know....  |
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Last Edit: May 10, 2024 11:31:29 GMT by andyborris
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May 10, 2024 12:52:08 GMT
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Come on Andy, where's the PMA? It'll get fixed, or it'll get replaced with a bigger unit  Seriously though, you are right this engine owes me nothing - its the original lump and has gone well above and beyond in terms of its service. The oil pump failure is a freak thing - we have 5 RV8 powered vehicles in the family (my P6, my LR90, Dads 110, and his two 101's) and they have never given us much trouble. The only engine that we have ever rebuilt was the 3.5 in my 90 and that was just because I was converting the vehicle from its original 2.25 and I wanted something nice and new in there. You will no doubt fix yours - hopefully with not a lot of cost, and I will attempt to do the same...  Keep the faith! |
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andyborris
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Freedom is just another word for nothing left to lose.
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May 10, 2024 15:45:06 GMT
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Hopefully, the head will be back from V8 Developments soon, it's having a new guide and valve fitted. They're doing it under warranty and pushing it to the top of the queue.
They didn't ague, even though I hadn't used adjustable pushrods as recommended. I'd use them again, esp. if I brought a complete engine.
So, just gaskets, postage and a bit of sweat as the cost, those cylinder head studs are definitely paying for themselves!
Running 4.6 engines are pretty cheap at the moment....think a P6b with one and the ZF would be a nice car.
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