Re: Cracked block on 1922 Single Six

Posted by Richard Sturdy On 2014/7/21 9:17:05

I am still trying to find a replacement block, but if I fail in the attempt, I have found a company which (at a cost!!) claims to be able to repair the existing one by cold stitching, machining and fitting liners to the offending cylinder(s). We have ascertained that the engine has had new pistons and liners fitted in the recent past, possibly when it was restored, so the old liner can be pulled and replaced after pinning the crack. Similarly, the valve port can be done and a seat insert fitted afterwards. Horrendously expensive and not ideal, but if I can't find a block, that's the way I will be forced to go!
Richard