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/5 hex engine plug removal?
Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2011 6:28 pm
by jjwithers
I have a /5 block completely disassembled. I'm going to paint the case with a high heat engine enamel. I am wondering if i should remove the hex head engine plugs in the case?
I have seen them weep oil before and worry that i will be cracking a seal that may never be as tight again.
Should i just leave them in to be safe?
Re: /5 hex engine plug removal?
Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2011 1:34 am
by Major Softie
You have seen them weep on other motors, or this one? If you have seen them weep on this motor, absolutely pull them. If not, it's a harder question, and subject to personal views of what the best options are.
Re: /5 hex engine plug removal?
Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2011 11:53 am
by Garnet
They can be VERY hard to remove. If it's not leaking now after 40 years in use, they are probably pretty well sealed.
Re: /5 hex engine plug removal?
Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2011 1:56 pm
by jjwithers
I've never seen this engine run. It was a barn find... so i guess i should leave them in and see. They weeped a bit on my 77 R100S. i was bummed after doing an entire engine rebuild...