I have a similar problem with the front sealing block on my engine. I
was actually going to ask the list if anyone has one they are willing to
sell. It is a 69 Spitfire MK III 1.3. It has already been heli-coiled
and some of the threads actually came back out. It is in pretty bad shape.
Thanks,
Eduard Tieseler
'66 Herald
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
david@robertson.org.nz wrote:
>>After reassembling the sealing block to the engine block, I have
>>discovered that the threads in the sealing block for the sump bolts and
>>for the mounting plate are stripped. The sump bolts have some small
>>amount of hold (meaning they're probably not going to fall out). I have
>>not yet been able to locate a new sealing block. If I can't find one,
>>what are other options? Is leaving it as is a serious oversight? Does
>>one more hole in a sieve matter?
>>
>>
>
>Repair it - you can get thread repair kits. Helicoil is probably the
>best-known brand. The kit usually has a drill, a tap, an insertion tool &
>a packet of repair coils. They're easy to use.
>
>
>Regards,
>David Robertson
>
> 1961 Thunderbird
> 1978 Triumph 2500S
> 1974 Triumph Spitfire
>
> <<< Life is too short to drive boring cars >>>
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