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Do I only require a Short Engine?

 

The short engine is often purchased as a replacement unit in situations where the cylinder head is serviceable. Before installing this newly built unit, it is a good idea to question what made the original fail. A couple of common causes of bottom-end failings are;

  • Incorrectly set carburettor, Bore wash is a very common cause of bottom-end failure. This can be caused by a carb in need of an overhaul or by the mixture being set incorrectly. The bores glaze causes poor pressure readings but also allows fuel to then breach the rings and dilute the oil.
  • Incorrectly set timing. Another common cause can have catastrophic results.

 

All of the engines that we build are built using new components throughout, this ensures that whether you are purchasing a Short-Engine or a full Stage 3 Road Engine, you get peace of mind that the engines are built to the highest standards using all new, quality components. We stand behind our warranty with pride for our work.

UPGRADED Stage 3 / Fast Road - MG Midget/Healey Sprite 948/998 - Short Engine

From £2,390.00Sale Price
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It is built to the specifications below.

  • Selected 948 Engine Block, Crank Shaft, and Con Rods.
  • Chemically cleaned, Thoroughly checked, and inspected.
  • Machined to include, Boring to accept Flat Top 998 Mini Pistons New Cam bearings, and Skimmed fire face.
  • Machined Centre Main - Centre Strap.
  • New Core Plugs (Water and Oil)
  • Balanced, Knife-edged, Cross-drilled and Machined crank - Balanced to Rods, Clutch and Flywheel
  • New TRI-METAL King Main Bearing Shells.
  • New Thrust Washers, Shimmed correctly.
  • New TRI-METAL King Big End Bearing Shells.
  • New Performance High Compression Pistons with Rings.
  • New Vernier Duplex Timing Chain Kit Fitted and Shimmed with Crank correctly.
  • 276 (Kent) Profile Camshaft installed.
  • Timed Correctly.
  • New Large Impeller Water Pump
  • New Oil Filter Housing,
  • Braided Oil Feed Pipe.
  • Distributor Drive Fitted.
  • New iSKY Cam Followers
  • Oil Pressure Relief Valve Fitted.
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