Hello Afourians,
I'm reaching out for commentary on my pursuit of a replacement engine for our Catalina 27 Atomic 4.
I am considering purchasing a rebuilt engine. This engine was completely rebuilt in 2004 and documented. Soon thereafter as the engine was sitting in the main cabin, the boat was flooded with rain water. The boat was pumped out and the engine was pulled from the boat, flushed with several oil changes, ran briefly and put into dry storage. Two weeks ago I put a small amount of ATF in each cylinder to seep in and lubricate the rings. The engine oil is clean and at the right level. Here's my plan to check out the engine.
With the plugs out I'll turn the engine a few rotations with the starter.
I'll check the compression and then the ignition.
I'll put the plugs back in, connect the spark plugs, connect the fuel supply and cooling water and exhaust.
I'll prime the carburetor, start the engine, run it for minute or two and check the flow of the cooling water.
If all goes well I'll make the deal.
Please share your thoughts.
Fair winds,
Sailor Dog
I'm reaching out for commentary on my pursuit of a replacement engine for our Catalina 27 Atomic 4.
I am considering purchasing a rebuilt engine. This engine was completely rebuilt in 2004 and documented. Soon thereafter as the engine was sitting in the main cabin, the boat was flooded with rain water. The boat was pumped out and the engine was pulled from the boat, flushed with several oil changes, ran briefly and put into dry storage. Two weeks ago I put a small amount of ATF in each cylinder to seep in and lubricate the rings. The engine oil is clean and at the right level. Here's my plan to check out the engine.
With the plugs out I'll turn the engine a few rotations with the starter.
I'll check the compression and then the ignition.
I'll put the plugs back in, connect the spark plugs, connect the fuel supply and cooling water and exhaust.
I'll prime the carburetor, start the engine, run it for minute or two and check the flow of the cooling water.
If all goes well I'll make the deal.
Please share your thoughts.
Fair winds,
Sailor Dog
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