I recall reading original BMC Service bulletins circa 1964 indicating that
the 1100cc crankshaft had only surface hardened (case hardened) crankshaft
main and rod journals. This means that if any machining is done on these
journals, steps must be taken to ensure the new surfaces must be rehardened.
I'm sorry that I don't have this bulletin any more to be able to
specifically quote bulletin number, etc. but I'm sure this was the case.
Certainly worht checking to be on the safe side.
Rich Chrysler
----- Original Message -----
From: "Rick Lindsay" <rolindsay@stoolhead.com>
To: <mgs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, January 26, 2004 2:16 PM
Subject: 1100cc engine
> Hi Gang,
> I have an 1100cc engine from a MkII Sprite (I
> believe). I am going to pass it on to a friend
> here at work who wants to learn how to rebuild
> engines. He will do all the work while I kabitz.
>
> The power plant is a basic little Austin pushrod
> engine in need of a general rebuild. Chris will
> get the opportunity to measure bearing and ring
> clearances, learn the methods of measuring bore
> wear and learn general mechanical techniques
> including how to do a valve job. He will also
> learn how to communicate needs to the machine shops.
>
> Any thoughts from you on this engine? Anyone have
> a set of good photos, rebuild notes or in-depth
> specifications?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rick
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