2.8 crank installed in the block with new bearings, bolts are torqued up.
Crank spacer in place
Many hours later all the pistons are installed with new bearings, all moving parts have been given a coat of assembly grease – this is more sticky than normal oil so it should stay put until the normal enigne oil is circulated round the engine before first start.
Front cover plate in place with new oil seals installed.
Oil seal around the crank spacer.
Water pump installed along with the gear for the oil pump.
Bottom view of engine with all parts installed. New conrod bolts have been torque, then turned to the approated settings!
Blue sump! Just resting on the engine for photos.
Its not quite this bright in real life, the flash has given it a much strong blue colour!