Cracked / Nacked Crankcase?

[Rob Letts]

Hi,

I know very little about engines but have a feeling based on small research that I have a knackered crankcase on my 1969 bay, is this going to have to be a full engine rebuild with new case?

 

[67panel]

Hard to see clear when expanded but looks okay to me, just a bit damaged on the bolt boss.

 

[Rob Letts]

Ok thanks, can this be repaired quite easily?

 

[Rob Letts]

Hard to see clear when expanded but looks okay to me, just a bit damaged on the bolt boss.

 

[Coda]

Did someone use a screwdriver and hammer to separate the cases previously? I hope not.

 

[Rob Letts]

Did someone use a screwdriver and hammer to separate the cases previously? I hope not.

Not sure but that’s what it looks like!

 

[Mechanoid]

To be honest, in that area of the case, if it is not pi$$ing oil it is probably OK.

 

[Clem]

To be honest, in that area of the case, if it is not pi$$ing oil it is probably OK.

Agreed. Chill out

 

[Rob Letts]

To be honest, in that area of the case, if it is not pi$$ing oil it is probably OK.

Unfortunately it is dripping oil. Has anyone tried this oil sealant?

 

[Mechanoid]

Unfortunately it is dripping oil. Has anyone tried this oil sealant?

Are you sure it isn't coming from the flywheel oil seal? Unless it is dripping a lot it is livable. I think most buses are 'moist' in that area anyway!

 

[Clem]

Most oil leaks will end up dripping off there at the end point. If its just 'wet at that point' then fair enough, its a problem. If its 'wet from above' less so.
Clean it all off and trace the leak start point Id say