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Still waiting for the first proper ride

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by pkay, Mar 24, 2013.

  1. pkay

    pkay Member

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    So I dropped my newly purchased XJ750 off for a check over to get registered. Fail - leaking cylinder head. Look slike someone gummed it up with silastic. :(

    Plan is to take the head off to check it is all OK, replace the head gasket and hopefully all will be fine.

    So I guess it will be a while. :?:
     
    pkay, Mar 24, 2013
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  2. MiGhost

    MiGhost Well-Known Member

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    Take the first easy step, and clean off the head area completely to see exactly where the leak is comming from. It is highly possible that the gasket that is leaking is the camshaft cover. The rubber donuts on the bolts are probably worn out, and not applying the needed presure on the rubber gasket to keep it sealed.

    When was the last time YOU check the valve clearances?

    Ghost
     
    MiGhost, Mar 26, 2013
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