On Wednesday, April 27, 2011 07:14:40 pm Bruce Simms wrote:
> What a coincidence. I dropped my oil pan last night to fix a couple of
> stripped bolt holes. The one in aluminum at the front causing a serious
> oil leak. Helicoils required I presume. I have 5/16 NC helicoil kit
> from trailing
> arm repairs.
>
> Anyways, I found what looks like part of a tiny metal
> washer in the sump along
> with a few tiny metal chunks. Not sure if this is
> part of a valve keeper or
> whatever?
>
>
> Head was professionally re-built and
> upgraded about 7 years ago. About 3 years
> ago we had the sump off to
> install new thrust washers and didn't find anything
> too unusual.
> Advice/recommendations?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Bruce Simms
> 73 TR6
> _______________________________________________
Bruce,
Check your rocker shaft. there is a bolt that sometimes come loose and falls
in the sump.
As far as the front mounting plate, replace it with a steel one. There is a
guy in CT. that makes them and they go for about 75 $. I did it when I rebuilt
my 6 last year. Cant remember his name but he puts them on ebay from time to
time. If you are a member of the 6 pack forum, try a search and I am sure you
will find the seller.
Bob
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