The 'E' Type Forum

Thanks guys, opposing views ……..

I need to get one of these ( I think) so as to accurately set TDC before I fit my ( superbly overhauled by CMES) cylinder head. I’ve seen plenty on Amazon, eBay etc at about £20 including the gauge and magnetic mount which seems cheap . I guess I won’t use it often and don’t mind spending the cash b...

I guess that Mr Porter won’t be too worried about a few of us not joining or renewing membership.

( who are those ragamuffins on that forum anyway! )

I agree ! Although this may not be a “formal” club it offers all I need and more. I was a member of the e type club for about 10 years but ceased when subscriptions rose, long before your £82. I also found that it focused on events (continental and otherwise) which don’t interest me and frankly I ca...

Thanks guys,
I’m going to have a play with it later today. Will let you know how I get on.

Tim

I’ve had my torque wrench for many a year. It’s well used ( not really abused!) It’s one of the basic type where the setting is achieved by twisting a marked barrel and pulling until it clicks. I don’t really know how accurate it is. I know that this can be tested but that seems a faff and probably ...

If mine is left for a few weeks it can take a few turns of the starter to fire. I’ve got edis so I’m certain of sparks. Which leaves fuel. The SUcarb is a basic instrument unlike fuel injection on modern cars along with this we have a lengthy inlet tract which adds to the issue. I think it’s a commo...

Hi Steve,
Just buy my one in the “for sale” section ! !

Tim

https://rwautoclassics.com/viewitem/?vi ... 48&id=8212


This shows it

I’m certain that on some stromberg equipped cars (later ones) the crossover was indeed deleted and an aluminium cap fitted on the inlet manifold. The exhaust manifold could have the crossover unbolted although it doesn’t look great.


Tim

Thanks Andrew, just ordered on eBay

Tim

I understand that it’s a good idea to seal the head studs when inserting into the block.
( short studs block )

Does anyone have thoughts on this and what sealant would be used?
Locktite maybe?

Tim

Thanks Steve,
I’m on EDIS.

Why do all jobs turn out to be more than expected!
Tim

So the journey of discovery further unfolds. I’ve been cleaning the block and piston tops. All the pistons are original and standard size. I can see that number 5 piston has some small dents in the surface which leads me to believe that this was the reason why the head has been off before. The bores...

I think I may have solved the riddle of the 170mm studs. They are part number C42355 used on some XJ6 engines with the pressed steel lifting bracket. This bracket is thinner than the cast unit hence a shorter stud is used. My head is original to the block so either the studs have been changed or wer...

The mystery thickens, For some reason I decided to check the length of all studs. The short studs seem correct @163mm whereas the 4 long studs are 170mm. I understand that these should be 173mm. So as I have to purchase the dowelled stud it now looks as though I may also be in for the other 3 long s...

Hi Simon,
Thanks for your reply.
Could let let me know where you sourced your head studs.I’m in a frame of mind to replace all of mine.

SNG ?

Some of the threads look knackered anyway.

Thanks
Tim

Thanks Andrew, I’ve got that. My question is why don’t I have a shouldered stud? My only thoughts are that the head has been off before and someone has used an incorrect stud. On another post I mentioned that the camshaft bolts did not have wire locking which possibly adds weight to the thoughts tha...

Not a bad idea Christopher, I’ve got a few other bits to order

First time I’ve got an image to work !

These are my 4 longest studs