Todd
I started an engine after it sat for several years with out to many
problems. The advice about the Marvel Mystery Oil was what I did. I did
have a couple of mouse nests in areas I didn't expect. Worst one was in the
exhaust system but it got blown out after the engine was running. Intake
manifold was packed with dog food from the carb not being bolted on. Mice
caused the majority of the problems.
Bill Fishel
----- Original Message -----
From: Todd Schlemmer <nullman@centurytel.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 25, 2003 8:22:04 PM
To: LRO <LRO@koan.team.net>
Subject: [lro] resurrection advice sought
>
> Hi'all
>
> I'm on the cusp of trying to start the '54 2.0 liter engine. It's been
> sitting 5 years; Someone check my math:
>
> New: electric fuel pump, fuel filter, points, plugs, wires, cap, rotor,
> condenser (but not coil)
>
> Changed oil, but not filter (don't ask)
>
> Carb is old Solex - dry inside, not visible gunky - float valve moves
> freely. Truck had oil bath connected the whole time.
>
> Radiator seems happy - nice green stuff inside, no sign of oil in water or
> vice versa.
>
> Engine turns by hand and starter. Petrol tank is full of rust and scale,
so
> I'll be drawing from a jerry can. I plan to turn engine over several
times
> w/o coil connected to generate some lubrication.
>
> thanks for your eyes
>
> Todd Schlemmer
> Vashon Island, WA
> www.ozedeph.com
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