Re: Early MGB question

[Ulix Goettsch <ulix@u.washington.edu>]

On Mon, 17 Feb 1997 william_hayes@icpphil.navy.mil wrote:
> 
> I have two questions. Would it be advisable to try to start engine in car, 
> after verifying oil pressure and compression? Or should I dismantle and 
> inspect?

How long has it been sitting?  I have read many stories where starting an
engine that has been sitting for a long time has causes deep satisfaction
but also internal engine damage.  You probably end up opening it anyway if
not just to change gaskets etc.
I would put new rings and bearings in it, rehone the bores and clean
everything out well and just generally inspect everything for rust damage
and gummed up passageways etc.

    Ulix                                                    __/__,__          
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                                                           '67 Sprite
                                                        engine and trans
                                                        almost out...
                                                        5-speed standing
                                                        by...