Thank you to all for your advice, both public and private messages. I
really appreciate it!
This is the kind of forum I wish existed when I had my '74!
Regards,
Kevin Shertz
On 6/28/02 12:19 PM, "Gerard" <pixelsmith@gerardsgarage.com> wrote:
> Welcome Kevin,
>
> I have two words for you... oil pressure. If the engine has more than
> 50,000 to 60,000 miles on it, I would be very cautious about engine
> condition and how it was maintined. A rule of thumb on oil pressure is 10
> PSI per 1000 RPM. Make sure you drive the car until the engine is well
> warmed up and see where the oil pressure is at idle. Also check the oil for
> additives like STP to help increase oil pressure. 1500 to not have the oil
> pressure reading you're used to seeing on 1275's, (even well worn 1275's).
>
> Another problem is they have a tendency to drop thrust washers. One way to
> check if there is excessive wear is to use a large screwdriver or prybar to
> make sure the crank is all the way towards the transmission. Have someone
> depress the clutch and see if you can detect and forward movement from the
> clutch pressure. If you can, you've got problems. There are many other
> issues that go beyond the "Ford vs Chevy" or "Mac vs PC" mentality, but
> these are a couple that I donlt think anyone will dispute with me.
>
> Good luck.
>
> Gerard
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