My Pete rebuild

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(10-11-2019 )Rawze Wrote:  That plate is also the thrust retainer for the cam. It is supposed to rub on the flat area, but yours looks a bit excessive and at a slight angle. Perhaps bad machining on the head or cam areas? Or perhaps like maybe it ran dry at some point?


-- BTW: if u ever do decide to tear into it again (and have the money for the parts), I would likely be up for helping you with it next time around so that its done 100% right. Be prepared to replace the head though if u bring it here -- I don't fool around with components even if they are slightly questionable. And your right, that high oil consumption is too high for a fresh inframe.

I replaced the gasket for now and ordered a new plate. I was hoping to replace my axle housings next before tearing into the engine if it allows me that luxury. But you know how it goes (and you have quite a few "I told you so's" to dish out).

I may take you up on the offer - I'd really love a set of experienced eyes on stuff during teardown if I can convince myself I don't really need a forklift to pull the hood (it makes it so much easier lol) or some of the comforts of home.

If I pick up a head and paint it ahead of time, 3-5 days should be doable?