Re: '35 Standard 8 Oiling issue

Posted by Jim On 2011/6/30 21:17:56

Hi ClassicCrusier, see you have been a member for a while, and this is your first post. Welcome!

I am no expert, I just have a 320 that I have managed to keep patched together and touring for the last four years.

Addressing your question about maximum oil pressure, yes that seems very high. There is a pressure relief spring that is accessible externally and may be a bit over shimmed. I would expect to see something in the range of 50 psi hot and cruising, though not sure the exact spec. for your year engine.

As for the cam follower boxes leaking, I am experiencing the same issue to a far lesser degree. Used gaskets provided by a reputable source and used no gasket sealant compound based on the highly machined surfaces and excellent clamping force afforded by the ample studs and nuts. Haven't really considered what to use for sealant next try. I am sure your blown gasket is exacerbated by the excessive oil pressure where the pressure feed passes through into the covers.

As for R&R, I found that backing the valve lash adjusters all the way down and holding the lever followers up with cloths pins allowed me to remove the covers and replace the covers with no other special tools needed.

I hope this helps.