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Forum: Troubleshooting 11-29-2023, 10:19 PM
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Posted By hanleyclifford
Like you I was one of the last holdouts before...

Like you I was one of the last holdouts before going to EI. The inescapable fact is that lobes on our distributors have been worn down to the point that we have to get into single number point gaps...
Forum: Troubleshooting 11-29-2023, 03:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,469
Posted By Dave Neptune
FWIW, I ground a notch into the base of a large...

FWIW, I ground a notch into the base of a large "C-clamp" and it worked just fine. I did grind a bit of the underside of the base away too to make easier access for my fingers.

Dave Neptune :cool:
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-19-2023, 12:18 PM
Replies: 12
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Posted By Dave Neptune
Hard to tell for sure but the valve looks bent or...

Hard to tell for sure but the valve looks bent or possibly broken. Time to pull the head and valve galley cover to see what is going on.

Dave Neptune :cool:
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-17-2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,469
Posted By Sam
Without over thinking the issue both...

Without over thinking the issue both recommendations are fine. Years ago I would lubricate distributor componets with spray lithium grease - got a little messy over time. My go to is regular use of...
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-16-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,469
Posted By Sam
You have good advice from Dave and I am going to...

You have good advice from Dave and I am going to make a few specific suggestions that you may find helpful.
The condition of the distributor and components indicates to me that you may not be...
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-16-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,469
Posted By Dave Neptune
First thing to check as the shut down was all of...

First thing to check as the shut down was all of a sudden is for voltage at the positive side of the coil with the key on.

The distributor looks terrible. I would suggest since you should be...
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-16-2023, 07:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,469
Posted By joe_db
You need to start at the start. Pull the wire...

You need to start at the start.
Pull the wire from the center of the distributor that runs to the coil. See if that sparks. If so, the problem is downstream of the coil. If not, it could be the coil...
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-12-2021, 04:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By sastanley
Chris, I had the same problem. It may try to...

Chris, I had the same problem. It may try to stick again as you loosen up the crud that got it stuck in the first place. For a while, when you know you won't be running the motor for a x days..do a...
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-12-2021, 11:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By Dave Neptune
Chris, good to hear. Now that the engine is...

Chris, good to hear. Now that the engine is running and the oil is cleaned up think of the fuel. You don't need a bunch of additives mixing there either.

I suggest that you add some top oil only...
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-03-2021, 08:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By ronstory
Progress is a great feeling. ;^) Soon...

Progress is a great feeling. ;^)

Soon you will have much healthier A4, especially with Professor Neptune's wisdom. :D
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-02-2021, 05:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By Hawkeye54
That's the attitude needed here

Chrisoelder, you have the right, positive attitude for working on the Atomic 4, and you are obviously learning lots as you proceed !!!



Rick
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-02-2021, 10:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By Dave Neptune
whoa a little

When suggesting a lube I meant any one of those or basically any spray lube. Also by "cranking" I meant with the starter motor and the ignition off as well as the water valve closed.

Now hearing a...
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-01-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By Dave Neptune
Since your fuel is just fuel go ahead and add...

Since your fuel is just fuel go ahead and add some TCW-3 (2 stroke synthetic grade) or MMO guess your fuel in the tank and add enough "top oil" to get a bit richer than 100:1, it won't smoke and it's...
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-01-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By Dave Neptune
Yes, use a spray and spray directly in and...

Yes, use a spray and spray directly in and towards the valves. The spray will get to the "valve stems" better than just pouring some in. Any good spray lube WD-40, Tri-flo, garage door oil or pretty...
Forum: Troubleshooting 03-01-2021, 11:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,042
Posted By Dave Neptune
First an "acid flush" would have absolutely...

First an "acid flush" would have absolutely nothing to do with the valve.

Sounds just like a stuck valve. Often you can get the valve loose by using an allen wrench to move the valve through the...
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-01-2019, 12:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By lat 64
Compression test: A bit low; but if they are all...

Compression test: A bit low; but if they are all similar readings, good. Low numbers might be just a tool-technique issue.

Tapping/pisst sound: it's changed Now it's syncopated! it's got a jazz...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-27-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By lat 64
Thumbs up I think Neil(as usual) was on to this back in...

I think Neil(as usual) was on to this back in post #28.

Also, never rule out that more than one thing can go wrong at the same time. It's an old engine.
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-27-2019, 12:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By lat 64
That's kind of what I expected. Great way to...

That's kind of what I expected. Great way to clean off the engine BTW:D.

One thing to be aware of though; that is a hot place on the manifold and you must make sure the bubbles are forming from a...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-27-2019, 11:02 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By capnward
If a compression test shows good compression in...

If a compression test shows good compression in #4, this may only be an exhaust gasket, not a head gasket. Caulking is unlikely to work, but a new exhaust gasket is not that hard to do. Your second...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-21-2019, 05:35 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By Mo
My friend Rick had a similar noise a couple of...

My friend Rick had a similar noise a couple of weeks back. Same noise, but it was sloppy, meaning wasn't regular...tap tap tap tap..pause tap tap tap. After much deliberation he took the head off...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-20-2019, 12:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By lat 64
" A good Guide..."

As often happens with a new member, we heartily recommend buying the Manual offered by Moyer Marine. It is written with owners in mind. It would be best to buy and read it completely before starting...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-19-2019, 11:15 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By edwardc
I would remove the carb first. The manifold is a...

I would remove the carb first. The manifold is a big heavy part, and you would risk damaging the carb if you left it attached.
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-17-2019, 08:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By thatch
After putting on a headset and listening to your...

After putting on a headset and listening to your video, I agree with Neil and Russ that it is a spitting sound and not a knock. The lowered oil pressure is most likely the result of the oil...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-17-2019, 06:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By ndutton
I don't think the head gasket or exhaust valve...

I don't think the head gasket or exhaust valve hanging open is off the table yet. There is minimal combustion pressure on the manifold when the valves are seating properly. Exhaust gases are merely...
Forum: Troubleshooting 09-17-2019, 03:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,927
Posted By wristwister
Before diving into that exhaust manifold gasket,...

Before diving into that exhaust manifold gasket, you should be able to easily confirm that this is indeed an exhaust leak. If you feel around the joint between the block and the exhaust manifold...
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