Major Mechanical Overhaul
| 1971
Lamborghini Miura SV (GB) Major Mechanical Overhaul |
Restoration log by Dan Mooney |
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I am happy to report that your rebuilt engine has now been installed and run through several heat cycles. Your steering rack has also been rebuilt and reinstalled. A maiden voyage in the parking lot is just around the corner!
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| Steering rack now rebuilt |
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| Rack installed back into the car |
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| Matching the intake manifold heights so carb linkage will line up perfectly |
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| Adjusting new exhaust for perfect fit |
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| Engine now running - maiden voyage next! |
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New wiring harness installation
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Block disassembly.
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Align honing cylinder heads.
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Cylinder head rebuild is underway.
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| Heads as delivered | |
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Removing the cylinder heads.
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We have now removed the engine and transaxle.
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Bonnet off and work begins.
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