Heater valve clearance?
Posted: Wed Jun 11, 2014 9:14 am
After installing the engine recently, I've noticed how the clearance of the underside of the Heater valve to the Fibreglass body is almost nil ? ( and I'm worried about it !)
Checking for photo's in the various publications, does not clearly show how much gap is required either.
I'm worried that flex in the engine mounts and vibration from the engine may cause the Heater valve to rub against the body, and cause damage to both ?
Further more, I thought the main engine compartment wiring loom was also routed below the valve when I stripped the vehicle ( many years ago!), as the fixing strap holes are still evident? ( I suppose this could be re-routed to the side ?)
Any thoughts on what the correct safe clearance should be - and how to resolve it?
Should it be at least 1/2", more, or less ?
Or am I worrying too much and this is normal?
Is it possible to get the engine mounts mixed up side to side, if so, do they produce different heights in engine position, etc.?
Then there's the rocker box filler cap / bonnet clearance issue, if the engine is raised! ( I haven't really checked this clearance yet as the rocker box is not installed - suppose I've got that to come!)
Triple whammy problem methinks ?
Your assistance and guidance would be appreciated, as ever.
Regards,
Phil.