Originally Posted by Arwyn Williams
Originally Posted by PaulyG
Since I have the engine out (putting in a 5 speed this winter) I decided to replace some gaskets. Got a hold of a gasket set here in the states and pulled things apart. Found out today that the timing cover and water pump gaskets are wrong. Picked up some gasket material and made my own. Very happy with the results. Haven't done that in 40 years.

The oil pan gasket is wrong too so I am going to make my own. Is cork the right material to use?



Do the core plugs whilst you have the engine out, you will be surprised how thin they get!

Arwyn


Agreed - especially that pesky rear one that you can only get to by removing the engine....

1972 4/4 4 seater, 1981 MGB GT
1984 Harley Davidson Electra Glide, 1990 Kawasaki ZX10