My first Mini engine build in 20 years with the aid of two Haynes manuals - 100% cleanliness and loads of patience.
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- Standard GTS block taken to 20 thou oversize with Leyland pistons and Hastings rings,
- New welsh plugs,
- New cam bearings,
- Standard crankshaft retained with both big end and main journals polished,
- Old profile 649 camshaft,
- Crankshaft assembly balanced
- Center main strap to keep it together
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