Bob-
The engine is being rebuilt due to problems with two pistons, most likely due to
detonation and too much compression. I am being told that todays premium is not
enough octane to handle a 9.6 to 1 compression.
I am using shims under the rocker assembly and shortened push rods.
By the way how do you zero out the rocker assembly?
Bob Peck
BJCJ1@aol.com wrote:
> Bob, I just caught the tail end of the discussion on your engine. But the
> last one I noticed that their was some comments on using two head gaskets.
>
> I just had my engine milled for a total overhaul, and I found that I also
> needed two gaskets because we couldn't zero out the rocker assembly because
> it was milled. I was going to use two gaskets but my MG mechanic talked me
> out of it. Instead, we used shims under the rocker assembly. I just needed
> one set of shims. Now I am glad he talked me out ot it. My engine runs
> great, and I don't worry about blowing a head gasket either.
>
> Have you thought about putting shims under the rocker assembly insteadd of
> two head gaskets?
>
> Bob
> Freehold, NJ
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