[TR] Thrust washer "what if?"

[Bob]

On Friday, August 27, 2010 11:37:46 am Jim Muller wrote:
> What if a thrust washer falls out (or wears away) would be the
> result?  Would it create strange engine noises?  I'm musing over
> possibilities...
Jim,

On the TR6 it is a real problem and somewhat common. You can search the 6-pack 
forum for all the horror stories and methods to check the end float etc.

Easiest way to check for sure is to drop the oil pan.

The biggest problem is that the crank will eat away at the rear most main not 
only destroying the crank but also the block since the caps are line bored.

Not sure if the TR6 design is the same for the Spits and GT6s.

Bob