Re: TR6 engine trivia question

[rgb@exact.com]

>> >why there are two head studs that are longer?

>>for the bracket used to mount the air conditioning compressor

You will notice the two studs are 1/4" longer for the AC bracket
and that the head has a machined flat area below these two studs.

I believe this started in 72/73, its for that huge bracket to hold
the 25 lb York compressor for the US market...  it won't fit any
cars that do not have carbs.


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