Dennis Haynes wrote:
>
> A number of people have upgraded their 1.9 engines for 2.1 and have then had
> bottom end failures.

Most bearing or rod failures are not
> caused by normal wear. Something failed or wear was really excessive which
> would have provided much warning before parts started flying.

YES!  The oil pressure is your warning, and most likely your only
warning!  Get the gauge!!!!

--
Stuart MacMillan
Seattle

'84 Vanagon Westfalia w/2.1
'65 MGB (Driven since 1969)
'74 MGB GT (Restoring)

Assisting on Restoration:
'72 MGB GT (Daughter's)
'64 MGB (Son's)

Parts cars:
'68 & '73 MGB, '67 MGB GT