The water temp. sensor finally released and the head is off. Those of you
that suggested Broken Piston Rings were correct. You will receive your
checks by certified mail shortly. I found a < piece of ring laying on top
and small opening at the edge of the piston. You can see a rub mark in
the cylinder wall but I cant feel any scratches with my thumb nail. I hope
this means I wont have to pull the block and re-bore the cylinders?
This project is being done on a budget so I want to do everything that needs
to be done and nothing that doesnt.
I know that that piston and rings must be replaced. Should all rings be
replaced?
How about replacing all bearings I can reach?
Should I rebuilt the oil pump?
Should the valve seats be replaced and the valves ground?
I have already sent the rocker assembly out to be rebuilt.
Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated,
Ned Smith
BJ8
near Chattanooga, TN
N34.98 W85.5
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