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 Posted: 01-05-2013 01:15 am
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Art DeKneef

 

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 The Mark II engine uses a regular rear main seal, not the rope seal. The year would be 74 but with some things Jensen it is the engine number you need to check. Earlier engines didn't have the oil filler cap on the valve covers but up on the firewall. And I think it was engine 2760 and earlier?
 
For the crank I think it is going to come down to the owners desire for an engine upgrade and cost.
 
A lot of us I believe would like to do an engine upgrade but then don't because of the cost of a "good" engine rebuild/upgrade. Depending on how far you wanted to go I figure the job will cost between $5,000 to $10,000 just for the engine. At least for me the question then becomes what do I gain versus the long term investment.
 
I do like the idea of a stronger engine for the car. If I had the extra money.
 
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