I forgot to mention another technique for checking your engine
condition, and that is having an oil analysis done.  http://herguth.com
sells a kit for $19.95 called their oil analysis kit.  You collect a
sample of engine oil with at least 2000 miles of service and in a week
you get a complete report on its condition.  Metals indicate bearing
wear, coolant and water are also measured. I did do this to my used 2.1
engine and it passed with flying colors.

Well worth $19.95!  Unfortunately, my '65 MGB came back with lots of
copper in the oil, evidence of a worn out bearing, even though my oil
pressure is excellent.  Probably a cam bearing.
--
Stuart MacMillan
Manager, Case Program
800-909-8244 ext. 8208
Fax: 206-269-6360

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