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New owner here...and some seemingly embarrassing questions
First, how neat to find a community dealing with the Atomic 4
I just purchased an old 1966 Columbia 31 with an Atomic 4 The old owner told me in the fall he drained the oil (Is this normal ?) Next and this seems silly....Where do you put the oil in ? No breather or cap ?? also, is there a dip stick ? or how to you check how much oil the engine has ? thanks in advance for any advice |
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IP: 173.30.41.140
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BC,
For the dip stick, take a look at the far end of the engine. As for the filler, it should be right above the flywheel cover, If you're not familar with older engines the oil filler cover doesn't look quite right. It more of a cupped cap than the contemporary flat caps. I've attached a couple of pictures of Moyer's "perfect A4" to help you better identify these parts. Rick
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IP: 24.152.132.140
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If it's a 1966 engine in a 1966 boat it's an early model configuration for which I know very little personally. For the oil fill, look for a hinged lid below the distributor. As for the dipstick, someone with early model knowledge will be along soon I'm sure.
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IP: 76.7.109.131
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Early model oil fill. http://www.moyermarineforum.com/foru...&pictureid=613
Dan S/V Marian Claire |
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I keep forgetting my 1969 is considered a "late model"
Neil is right, if it is a 1966 vintage "older model" the the oil filler should be a hinged cover outboard of the distributor. As for your dip stick, it is possible you might not have one, at least according to this thread: http://www.moyermarineforum.com/foru...ead.php?t=1020 Even here, it sounds like the dipstick, if it was present, should be at the back of the engine.
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IP: 76.7.109.131
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Yes. The dip stick is in the red circle on the pic I posted.
Dan S/V Marian Claire |
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The early dip stick as four "zones" 1 / 2 / 3 / 4. The proper level depends on the angle at which the A-4 is installed.
Dan S/V Marian Claire |
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