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by Andyeagle8
Mon Aug 17, 2026 2:16 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Crankcase Ventilation and oil leaks
Replies: 2
Views: 136

Re: Crankcase Ventilation and oil leaks

Thank you Stephen

I shall change to a non vented filler cap and inspect the tappet cover pipe and clean as necessary.

Do you think that would be adequate or should I try to replicate the later system.

If anyone has a photo of what this looks like, I would be grateful.

Many thanks

Andy
by Andyeagle8
Mon Aug 17, 2026 12:17 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Crankcase Ventilation and oil leaks
Replies: 2
Views: 136

Crankcase Ventilation and oil leaks

Hi I have a 1970 with rocker cover to carb ventilation plus open breather tube from tappet chest cover. It currently has a vented oil filler cap but I’m getting quite a few oil leaks. The engine is in good condition and exhibits no characteristics of excessive wear. Is this system negative vacuum an...
by Andyeagle8
Fri Jun 03, 2022 10:26 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: MGB rear dampers
Replies: 4
Views: 1376

Re: MGB rear dampers

Obviously, this hasn’t been successfully attempted. I will look for alternatives.
by Andyeagle8
Sat May 21, 2022 9:37 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: MGB rear dampers
Replies: 4
Views: 1376

MGB rear dampers

I’m in the process of restoring a 1962 4 door. It has Spax telescopic dampers all round, the back ones are shot. I’d like to revert to lever arms but can’t justify the cost of buying a pair outright. I’ve got a good pair of MGB rears which I’ve heard could be made to fit. Has anyone attempted this a...