IML: 62 Rebuild or Replace Engine?

["Graham Quimby" <ghquimby@xxxxxxx>]

Fellow Imperialists,

I have two problems with my 413.  First, the block is porous. The block 
was leaking coolant between the freeze plugs.  After two treatments of 
engine block sealer, it appears to have stopped leaking.  Second, I have 
a problem with blow-by.  I do not have PCV yet, but I hope to add it 
soon.  Thin smoke is coming from the oil filler cap and draft tube, but 
I don’t see any smoke coming out the tailpipe). The engine burns a quart 
of oil almost every 50 miles.  I have tried using Restore and it does 
seem to be improving the blow-by. With the problems I have, should the 
original engine be rebuilt, or should I start looking for a replacement 
engine?

Thanks,
Graham Quimby
1962 Caramel Crown




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