[Spits] Complete 1147cc Engine and Box - SF, CA - FREE

[Mark Sinclair]

Hello all:

Just a reminder, this is still available if anyone needs a spare.  I
don't plan to dump it, but would like to get it out of the garage.

Thanks
Mark Sinclair
San Francisco, CA

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Complete engine and (1147) and 3-rail box from my Mk2, basically
complete, minus alternate upgrade, speedo drive, electronic ignition,
and speedo drive - can include some standard spares.  The clutch gave up
which triggered replacement with my 1300.

It most likely needs a rebuild - I think it sat for a long time before I
brought it and the rings never seemed to reseat properly - who knows.

It started and ran around town fine, but when hot, and under load, the
blowby caused a variety of oil leaks onto the exhaust, which then
smoked, etc., etc., although the tailpipe didn't.  Top end sounded
pretty good to me.  Starter, water pump, etc, also seemed OK.  This
would really suit someone looking to rebuild an engine while theirs is
still in the car.  It may just need a clean-up and new rings etc.  I
didn't run a comp test, but it steadily improved after I got it - did
the Marvel Mystery Oil thing etc., added breathers, etc., - it just
never quite ran properly under load.

Have a lot of other stuff to sweeten the deal, gas tank, (MK1 doors),
box or two of misc bits, MK2 soft-top convertible frame, complete set of
spare front suspension including brake calipers and engine towers,
radiator, maybe also a complete rear suspension set if I get that
swapped out beforehand.

It's free for the taking, I don't want to deal with shipping. Located in
San Francisco.



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