SM: Engine and gearbox cleaning, continued

SM: Engine and gearbox cleaning, continued

After having done most of the cleaning work on the gearbox, I go ahead by reassembling brake discs and calipers. sm_189To put back the brake discs (new), I borrowed a comparator to measure the rotation defect… sm_190… it’s ok, the rotation defect is...
SM: gearbox cleaning

SM: gearbox cleaning

While waiting to go ahead with the engine, I switch to the gearbox: first cleaning with gasoline, first pass with a gross metallic brush, second pass with a softer brush and then finishing with a towel full of degreaser. I found a degreasing product with an orange...
SM: Engine cleaning

SM: Engine cleaning

I ordered many parts to the french SM Club, like valves, timing chains and engine gasket set. I will be able to start working on the engine. Anyway, I will probably give the engine to a professional to install and adjust the valves and chains. I start by cleaning...
SM: Status of the hydraulics

SM: Status of the hydraulics

When I started the engine, everything was working but the rear suspension boots quickly began leaking. I just had enough time to drive the car out and then back in the opposite way (it’s more practical this way). sm_133We just start to have a better view and...
SM: Engine restart and removal

SM: Engine restart and removal

The first step, during summer 2003, was to make space around the engine compartment by removing both front fenders, the grill and hood. Access is a lot better without these parts. Then the goal was to restart the engine, which didn’t run for years. After a...