12-01-2019, 06:52 AM
Engine back in today with the fixed gearbox.
Then engine back out. AGAIN. Seems you can't set the clutch pedal easily with it in the car. The stop on the crankcase was worn away so I TIGed that up while the engine was out. The clutch works now but is extremely stiff. I guess because I fitted the racey, double clutch springs. That might not have been a good idea! The gear shift is also very stiff but working. The positioning of the radiator surround and top bonnet support is critical too or else the fan bolt heads hit the radiator. Still, with all this practice, I can get the engine in and out in minutes now. if you lift from the number 4 spark plug hole the engine (without starter and dynamo) and gearbox balance perfectly level. It's very easy to tilt it up or down to get everything into place.
I am hoping the clutch springs ease up with usage?
Simon
Then engine back out. AGAIN. Seems you can't set the clutch pedal easily with it in the car. The stop on the crankcase was worn away so I TIGed that up while the engine was out. The clutch works now but is extremely stiff. I guess because I fitted the racey, double clutch springs. That might not have been a good idea! The gear shift is also very stiff but working. The positioning of the radiator surround and top bonnet support is critical too or else the fan bolt heads hit the radiator. Still, with all this practice, I can get the engine in and out in minutes now. if you lift from the number 4 spark plug hole the engine (without starter and dynamo) and gearbox balance perfectly level. It's very easy to tilt it up or down to get everything into place.
I am hoping the clutch springs ease up with usage?
Simon