Edward Hamilton wrote:
>
> The Haynes manual says not to clean engine parts having oil galley ways with
> kerosene. Does anyone know why?
I think this is because of the non-lubricity of Kerosene - any remaining
in the galleries will find it's way to the bearing surfaces. I would
have thought it would be OK as long as any remaining kerosene was
properly dried off.
> Also, what's the hunk of puddy like substance on the outside of the timing
> cover?
Sound deadening. It took me several Triumphs before I realised why it
was there!
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