hmm... but why would they be fooked when the engine was fine before hand?
when i lifted the bottom end and box out of the bay, it spun upside down, which resulted in a bit of oil seeping past the rings. i wiped off all i could before i refitted the head.
the engine hasnt been started yet as i am trying to solve the lack of power to and from the fuel pump relay.
maybe if i start the engine, itll clear it?