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1970 Ambassador Project
Dave Swanson:
Got to put it in reverse for a day or so.
I filled the engine with 3 quarts of oil. I like to do this early on instead of just before first fire to check for any oil leaks. In all of my prior motors this was just a precaution as there haven't been leaks. BUT this time there was a small puddle of engine oil that had been dripping from the bell housing weep hole. I will be tearing down to the point to check for leaks, which means the flywheel must come out. The engine will stay in the frame as my highest hopes is that the leak is coming from the hollow return oil pipe/bolt area. I have always had good luck using 2 new aluminum sealing washers at this junction, but I am hoping these were insufficient this time instead of the rear bearing flange.
More to come.
Dave Swanson:
Once I got around to going backwards, I had it apart in an hour. The culprit was the sealing washers not doing their job. Hondabond 4 will be going in!
Dave Swanson:
Dry as a bone with the oil filled overnight. Not a hint of leakage.
Dave Swanson:
Wiring is in process. Using one of Greg Bender's harnesses is a rare treat to be savored. Unapproachable craftsmanship and attention to detail!
Dave Swanson:
It is always a good day when both wheels are back on.
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