17-08-2020, 05:31 PM
Whilst it is possible to do this with the crankcase still in the car, it is SO MUCH EASIER to take the engine (and/or gearbox) out of the car and do this on the bench. I can get the engine and gearbox out of my RP in less than an hour. Having recently rebuilt the top half I can testify to the fact that doing it on the bench is far less difficult ( for me at least) than crawling about under the car. In particular, when fitting the block to the crankcase with a new silicone gasket cleanliness is very important in order to avoid leaks. The joint must be clean and dry. You will find that retightening the block holding down studs and resetting the tappets is also a lot easier.
If using a silicone gasket, tighten it down and leave it overnight and then check again before removing any excess material with a stanley knife.
As Jack Reacher says. Do it right, do it once.
If using a silicone gasket, tighten it down and leave it overnight and then check again before removing any excess material with a stanley knife.
As Jack Reacher says. Do it right, do it once.