14-04-2022, 10:04 PM
Once again, I really appreciate all the advice that has been posted and it forms a good basis for inspection and remedial work when I get the crankshaft out.
Unfortunately I got distracted when trying to separate the block from the crankcase.
I thought that they would simply separate, assuming a gasket had been used, but in fact a silicone sealant had been used and no gasket.
Once I had driven in a SS spatula and destroyed the oil-tightness I was committed to the separation which is still proving very stubborn. I am also aware of the fragility of the alloy crankcase.
I have discovered that mineral turps breaks down the sealant, but this does not necessarily penetrate between the two surfaces.
I'll win in the end, it's just a matter of patience and continuing to work at it.
Keith
Unfortunately I got distracted when trying to separate the block from the crankcase.
I thought that they would simply separate, assuming a gasket had been used, but in fact a silicone sealant had been used and no gasket.
Once I had driven in a SS spatula and destroyed the oil-tightness I was committed to the separation which is still proving very stubborn. I am also aware of the fragility of the alloy crankcase.
I have discovered that mineral turps breaks down the sealant, but this does not necessarily penetrate between the two surfaces.
I'll win in the end, it's just a matter of patience and continuing to work at it.
Keith