Hi Bob,
The Spitfire engines did not come with seals. But many people much more
expert than I, recommend using putting seals on the valve stems when
rebuilding. I am pretty sure it was one of the recommendations in Kas
Kastner's books though I don't have mine handy to confirm that.
I had them installed on my 1500 engine when I had the head done last
fall. So far I can't really comment on the benefit. I would think it
would help reduce oil consumption.
However as you said they were built without them originally and
performed fine.
Roger Elliott
On 2/27/2011 1:48 PM, Brian Harlan wrote:
> Hi Bob,
>
> I'm leaning towards no seals because they didn't seem to be originally
> installed. Just wanted some experienced input and wondered if anyone
> had installed them anyway, and with what results. Thanks for the
> reply, you're confirming my decision.
>
> Brian
>
> On 2/27/2011 10:06 AM, Bob wrote:
>> Brian,
>>
>> Again, I am not a Spitfire expert but it the Spit engine is anything
>> like a 3,
>> 4 or 6 there are no seals on the valve stems if the engine is stock.
>>
>> I have heard of seal kits for 6's but no experience here. My 72 is
>> stock and
>> all I did was install hardened exhaust seats and bronze guides. Same
>> with my 3
>> and 4.
>>
>> There are many Spitfire experts on this list so I am guessing you
>> will get
>> some expert replies soon.
>>
>> Best of luck and welcome to our world!
>>
>> Bob
>>
>>
>
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