The only reason I can think of is that the Haynes manual is assuming you are
not breaking the engine down completely and kerosene would dilute the oil
giving you a very poor lubricant, but I could be wrong. As for the hunk of
puddy, I do believe that is sound proofing for the timing chain, you will
also find it on top of non overdrive trannys
Patrick Bowen
-----Original Message-----
From: Edward Hamilton [mailto:hamilton@ptd.net]
Sent: Friday, July 30, 1999 10:00 AM
To: Spitfire Mail List
Subject: Engine cleaning
The Haynes manual says not to clean engine parts having oil galley ways with
kerosene. Does anyone know why?
Also, what's the hunk of puddy like substance on the outside of the timing
cover?
Ed Hamilton
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