Hi Paula. Sorry about your misfortune.
One other thing to look at would be the rocker shaft. Mine was pretty badly
scored. This can reduce your oil pressure.
Lining up the bonnet is pretty tricky. I'm still working on mine.
- Hugh
"Paula J. Graffam" <pjgraffam@juno.com> wrote:
> Listers - Since my last posting I've been informed by my mechanic that
> the engine, indeed, has to come out for a crank grind or replacement, one
> connecting rod replacement (i.e. lower end work).
>
> Since the thing is out I'm going for a total tune-up on the upper half as
> well,(rings, mill down the head, etc.) For those in the know, what other
> attention to detail do I need to be aware of? What would you ask my
> mechanic to pay special attention to without insulting him. I have
> decided to leave the cam alone. Of course, I'm very disappointed in how
> this ended but once the engine is done I'll feel like I'm driving a new
> car. In fact it is! It just came out of the body shop/paint job.
>
> In my limited search for a rebuilt motor I found one going for $2,500
> without labor costs. So far, the estimate my mechanic is giving me is
> $2,000 total, including parts. If we hold the line I'll feel a little
> satisfied. Now I have to wait - something I don't do well. I might get
> the car back by the end of next week. As stupid as this might sound, the
> first thing I'll be looking for is if they got the bonnet lined up with
> even seams along the body fenders and front valance. It took the body
> shop 2 hrs. to get it right!!!
>
> Regards,
> Al Graffam 74TR6 French Blue
>
>
>
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