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Forum: Fuel System 12-19-2020, 09:47 PM
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Posted By ronstory
Or you can just upgrade to the technologies of...

Or you can just upgrade to the technologies of the 1960's and get PCV kit and ditch the breather. It does make a difference. :)
Forum: Fuel System 12-19-2020, 08:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,229
Posted By Dave Neptune
The hose is to move the crankcase gases from the...

The hose is to move the crankcase gases from the engine box-boat instead through the engine and out the exhaust:rolleyes:. Cleans things up a bit too.

Dave Neptune :cool:
Forum: Ignition System 12-16-2020, 05:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,956
Posted By Sam
All of what you read above from these experienced...

All of what you read above from these experienced folks is all very true. When I was a newbe with this engine 4 decades ago I had the same problem - oil cap hitting the block, couldn't time right...
Forum: Ignition System 12-16-2020, 12:18 PM
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Views: 3,956
Posted By Dave Neptune
The only marks determining placement of plug...

The only marks determining placement of plug wires I have ever seen on a cap was the #1 designate for the "FACTORY ASSEMBLY". The "2" on the inside is just a casting number of some sort.

The...
Forum: Ignition System 12-16-2020, 12:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,956
Posted By JOHN COOKSON
There is a stock position (what you have termed...

There is a stock position (what you have termed correct position) - how the distributor was oriented when the engine left the factory.
What you said is true. The distributor can be oriented any...
Forum: Ignition System 12-15-2020, 06:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,956
Posted By Peter
That is a mechanical advance. As the rpm goes up,...

That is a mechanical advance. As the rpm goes up, the springs have to stretch in order to pull the weights around in a circle. This allows the timing to change as the rpm increases.

This mechanism...
Forum: Ignition System 12-13-2020, 07:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,956
Posted By Sam
I have a 1966 A4 for 40 + years with a...

I have a 1966 A4 for 40 + years with a "Prestolite" brand distributor as well as a couple of old spares. From your picture it looks identical to your "Auto lite" even down to the labeling and i...
Forum: Electrical 05-01-2020, 10:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,984
Posted By tenders
Certainly rule out simpler causes, but a sticky...

Certainly rule out simpler causes, but a sticky valve is not necessarily a disaster. Direct lubrication, a bit of manipulation, fuel treatment, and some exercise can clear up a lot of situations....
Forum: Electrical 04-30-2020, 09:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,984
Posted By Dave Neptune
Plugs & BOOTS

Sparkplugs have an ideal temp at which they like to run, thus the various heat ranges of plugs. The heat range is governed by what the engine is designed to do so the plug temp easily starts the...
Forum: Good Guys 07-26-2019, 01:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,371
Posted By joe_db
Very good idea!

Very good idea!
Forum: Good Guys 07-26-2019, 10:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,371
Posted By edwardc
I would recommend using one of the starter bolts...

I would recommend using one of the starter bolts for the ground. The starter is far and away the largest current draw in the system, and using the starter bolt keeps that path to the starter to a...
Forum: Good Guys 07-25-2019, 12:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,371
Posted By Dave Neptune
Oops forgot about to red fitting. It is to rout...

Oops forgot about to red fitting. It is to rout crankcase fumes into the carb. It is connected via a hose from the red fitting to the crankcase port.

Dave Neptune :cool:
Forum: Good Guys 05-29-2007, 03:39 PM
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Views: 18,230
Posted By Administrator
Smile Welcome to the Good Guys Forum!

Welcome to the Good Guys Forum - a place where registered (http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/faq.php?faq=vb_user_maintain#faq_vb_why_register) forum members can share a positive experience or offer a...
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