Re: IML: 59 413 engine color

[PAUL WENTINK <randalpark@xxxxxxx>]

You should probably replace or rebuild the pump, but this engine was 
not short on oil pressure, so a higher pressure unit is not necessary. 
The original pump was capable of more than what was required. Low oil 
pressure in these cars is usually caused by worn rod bearings. The 413 
was pretty much over built in all respects such as cooling, 
lubrication, and longevity in general.

Who is advising you? Are they familiar with the specifications for this 
engine? Some of the questions sound like they are coming from someone 
who equates these engines to the quality of much older design, like an 
old FOMOCO Lincoln Zephyr V-12.

Paul W.


-----Original Message-----
From: david carpenter <zirc@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Tue, 22 Jan 2008 5:31 am
Subject: Re: IML: 59 413 engine color



We just using a standard harmonic balancer remover, of course leaving 
the bolt in place and loosening the bolt as we

backed the balancer off. No problems. I just found out that my block 
and heads are not cracked which was good news. My engine had water in 
the oil and so far have not found the source or leak for the water. I 
am wondering whether to have another machine shop test them again. I 
would hate to completely rebuilding the engine only to discover that 
there is still a small crack somewhere. Someone suggested that

I replace the oil pump with a higher pressure pump. Any thoughts on 
that? Thanks, David


----- Original Message -----

From: Rob van der Es

To: mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2008 4:22 AM

Subject: Re: IML: 59 413 engine color




Hi David,

 

Presuming that the 59 is similair to a 60 engine (both are the RB 
version) the main engine block is black.

The intake manifold is also black, the airfilter housing is gold, the 
cruisecontrol housing (from Perfect Circle) is also black.

My waterpump was re-newed so it is shiny metal (alu-look), but I guess 
it was originally black too.

The black on my engine is semi gloss.

 

I hope this helps you a little further in your rebuilding project.

Speaking about rebuilding, was it difficult to find all the necessary 
parts?

Since this is a RB block one could expect some difficulties I think..

 

And, btw, do you have a good trick to remove that bolt that keeps the 
harmonic balancer on the crankshaft?

I am in progress of replacing the timing chain of my engine, but are a 
little afraid to start cause everyone told me that

this bolt is very hard to remove..

Especially with the engine in the car, ofcourse I don't want to remove 
the engine for a relative "simple" job like replacing the timing chain!!

 

Robert


----- Original Message -----

From: david carpenter

To: mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2008 7:26 AM

Subject: IML: 59 413 engine color




I am rebuilding my 413 and wondering about color. I understand the main 
engine block is black. Is the intake manifold black? I know the air 
filter is gold What about the cruise control housing? Is the water pump 
black? Was the black a gloss or semi gloss. Any help would be greatly 
appreciated. This is a great website for imperial owners and I really 
enjoy the quick feedback. Thank you, David Carpenter




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