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MG MGA - Engine Block Eyebrow Template?

It will be too hot to drive soon so it is finally time to remove my engine to:

replace the clutch/flywheel (from an early MGB)
replace the gearbox layshaft
add a rear seal (yeah! the rear plate has finally been machined)
add an MGB timing cover
replace the rocker pedestals from an MGB
slap a new Crane cam/lifters/pushrods

This last one may require the cutting of eyebrows in the engine. In fact, better safe than sorry as my engine already runs at high compression, possibly due to a milled head and or engine block from the PO. I may even be adding a B-head in the future.

Once again Barney's site has the information I need, well organized and detailed. My problem is that I am the worst, and I do mean worst, measurer. I can measure 10 times and still make a mistake. It is not a fault I am proud of, but I am working on it.

It seems easy enough as the valves are centered on bore, but I know there is room for error.

Would anyone happen to have a schematic or template of the top of the block that could be used as I guide? or some tips on ensuring I have the center of the bore?
Tommy

This thread was discussed on 22/05/2007

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