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Researching Engine Numbers

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Researching Engine Numbers Feb 28, 2017 15:19:34 GMT

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Post by Penguin45 on Feb 28, 2017 15:19:34 GMT

Feb 28, 2017 8:03:38 GMT 1800heap said:

Thanks for the Info Chris I will add it in.

Hold off on the pictures for the moment, I will make a couple of amendments first. Can you tell me what your engines were Austin, Morris or Wolseley?

1st car is a Wolseley 18/85 MkII, 2nd car is an austin 1800 MkII.

Feb 28, 2017 8:03:38 GMT 1800heap said:

Just to confirm the 301B engine has no PAS pump. The book has a change point in the Pas pump section that lists the 301B and a couple of others, that don't have the Sb noted (Yellow on the sheet).

Correct.

Chris.

What would you like welding up?

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Researching Engine Numbers Mar 5, 2017 2:05:18 GMT

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Post by 1800heap on Mar 5, 2017 2:05:18 GMT

Compression tests done

Good Call Dave

No1 1st cycle 125psi - Second cycle 160psi
No2 1st cycle 125psi - Second cycle 150psi
No3 1st cycle 125psi - Second cycle 160psi
No4 1st cycle 125psi - Second cycle 160psi

Considering engine mileage I would say HC wouldn't you.
I forgot to ask dad to see if the head has duel springs. I confirmed the Carb ventilation with an old video, unfortunately you can't see the engine number!!

I have written to Tony. It seems the list of cars has not been continued. He thinks that some real examples of the Mk3 engine numbers would be the way to go, if I want to be as sure as possible. I will continue to Improve the list when I find out more info.

Wolseley1800 I would be interested in the details of your twin carb wolseley engine for my list.

Nick

Last Edit: Mar 24, 2017 9:31:56 GMT by 1800heap