The aluminum coolant passages on the B280 are in great shape, which isn’t exactly a surprise with such a low-mileage motor. Once I replaced the split water pump I reassembled it with a new thermostat and had it ready to go and was feeling good. As I was test fitting the radiator and hoses recently …
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Dead head
The head that went to the machine shop has been pronounced fixable, but more cost effective to get another in better shape. Two or three of the valve stems just fell out of the head, the top and bottom surfaces were very warped, a couple coolant jackets need repair, one of the cam towers needs …
Broken plastic
The 242 spent about a month parked outside a few hours from home and when I went to pick it up I found it plastered with dirt, pine needles, and a lot of bird droppings. I decided to take it through a car wash before I drove home, something I don’t think I’ve ever done …