Hi John,
   Some time ago we had talked about an Oliver 2655 that was in need of engine work. Well, I thought it would be just a gasket blown (if I was lucky) Well, I am down in the engine as far as I can go...!  I found a spun bearing on the #3 piston had gotten badly worn and overheated. I fellow stopped by who is a diesel mechanic told me that when a bearing gets that hot, it will ignite the crankcase vapors and you'll get a crankcase explosion....which is just what I had. (blew the valve cover gaskets out and the dipstick too) Well, I guess it is a complete overhaul at this point...new valves, pistons, bearings....the whole thing! I am taking the crank down the road today to have it turned.
            Thanks for all the imput and help, I had been a little hesitant to get into all this, but it looks easy now.
                    Cal Innes

I assume you will be going to the Ontario Oliver show? Maybe I will see you there.