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On 23 Aug 97, Greg Merritt wrote:
> ...after wrenching around on my '71 this morning, I now fully
> understand what is meant in the Berg catalog when it says "rear
> mount models may require mount modification." Uh-oh! The rear
> engine carrier looks like it *totally* blocks the oil pump cover.
> HELP!!! Is it a simple matter of having a big hole drilled in the
> rear engine carrier (hmmm... safe?) ...or is this some kind of
> major engine carrier redesign problem?
>
> Anybody know?!? Who has a full-flow kit on their IRS Type III? How
> did you do it?
You need to remove some metal around the hole that is already there.
I first did this ~17 uears ago and currently have one on the road and
one in the works. The original one has been retired, but it would be
good following a valve freshening.
I did a CAD drawing a few years ago to help me with this. Now I have
everything I need to put this in the mill and remove the minimum
material necessary. Different amounts need to be removed depending
on whether you go with the standard cover or the pressure relief
cover.
I could send you an AutoCad file, or mail a hardcopy. I could also
do the modification here if you're not in a big hurry. Shouldn't be
too expensive. I have several of these around and I should just
convert some for stock on an exchange basis.
I like putting the filter base on the left side of the crossbar also,
because this allows the whole assembly to be attached to the engine.
This way you can do all the plumbing on the workbench.
Jim
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Melissa Kepner Jim Adney
Laura Kepner-Adney
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