TR6- Has engine been rebuilt before?

[Jeff Nathanson <jeffn@msystech.com>]

Listers,

        I've removed the engine from my 72 TR6. (what a job!). The
        first thing I looked at were the thrust washers. To my surprise
        the oil "slots" were still intact and the washers were about .1"
        thick. Also the connecting rod and cap did not have a cylinder number
        stamp on it. However, a number was etched on the rod. I only removed
        #6. I had good oil pressure, but the compression varied from
        90 to 125. I'm not too sure about the mileage since the odometer
        stuck and it presently reading 78K. Any ideas?

        Thanking in advance.

        Jeff Nathanson