Massey Ferguson F35x

[Jenkosowls]

Onto check the crank bearings





Always the last one!





Then it was parts waiting time the crank was then sent off to be re ground as getting new main bearings only cost £15 a full set. The block was also sent off for acid dip to try remove corrosion in the water ways



New parts!

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Block back from acid dipping



Pushing the liners out



One did take upto 15 ton to crack but mainly 10 across the board




Cleaning the deck and sleeve recess to make sure they sit flat


New liners going in


Crank Came back so did the new main bearings and thrust washers


Caps going back on with locking tabs





The engine is commonly know as the "rope seal engine" and here is why 2 pieces of rope that seal the fly wheel end. left to soak in oil for a couple of hours



The old seals



And cork used to seal the Sump