[Mgs] compression problem found

[The Roxter]

Rick Lindsay wrote:
> Hello Steve and other friends,
>
> The asymmetrically oxidized valve head on the #2
> cylinder ( http://www.aubard.us/MGB/HPIM0862.JPG ) led
> me to assume that the discoloration was related to the
> pressure leak.  And so it seems is the case.  
>
> Here's a look at that valve from the stem end
> http://www.aubard.us/MGB/HPIM0884.JPG .  The dull,
> black area is where the valve hasn't been closing
> completely.  The build-up on the back of the valve
> head is normal for an old, rarely used,
> long-since-rebuilt engine.  Removing all this crud
> will make a big difference in how the engine starts
> and runs.
>
> A further look at the valve seat confirms the problem
> http://www.aubard.us/MGB/HPIM0885.JPG
Looks like the valve stem is slightly bent.

-The Roxter
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