ALVIS 21 TE ENGINE REBUILD

FOLLOWING ON FROM FULL BODY AND PAINTWORK RESTORATION RECENTLY

COMPLETED HERE, ITS NOW TIME TO ATTEND TO MECHANICAL ASPECTS OF

THE CAR, PRIMARILY THE ENGINE ITSELF. A NASTY WATER LEAK FROM CYLINDER

HEAD WAS NOTICED AFTER STATIC RUNNING FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, AND A

FAILED HEAD GASKET DIAGNOSED. WE ARE CARRYING OUT ENHANCEMENTS

TO THE ENGINE TO IMPROVE LONG TERM RELIABILITY, SUCH AS BESPOKE FLANGE

NUTS AS ONE EXAMPLE.

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STRIPDOWN COMMENCES (08/05/2024)

The engine carefully removed, now being dismantled to inspect damage from failed

head gasket, and wear and tear from prior use. Rocker rail separated, blasted with

air line, soaked in kerosene. Inlet manifold, thermostat housing etc bead blasted.

Head studs replaced. Block and head checked for flatness. Exhaust face skimmed

due to excessive pitting.