On Mon, 29 Aug 2011 12:26:24 +0100, "Dave Plowman (News)"
wrote:

In article ,
Paul - xxx wrote:
Checking the condition of engine main bearings through the oil drain
hole instead of taking it out and re-building.

You can't see the actual bearings without dismantling.

If the engine has cornered with a low level then the white metal can
melt and ooze out of the bearing caps like icicles - seen it with my
own eyes 30 years ago on an 'A Series'