Forum: Cooling System
01-15-2022, 12:49 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,317
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Forum: Links of Particular Interest
11-28-2021, 06:35 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 8,336
Old Atomic Sailor Newsletters
I came across some old issues of The Atomic Sailor, Universal Motor's newsletter for Atomic 4 users, and here they are for my friends at the forum (the first issue appears to be missing pages 1 and...
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Forum: General Interest
11-24-2021, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,732
Happy Thanksgiving
As we take our seats around the Thanksgiving table this year, it's important to give thanks. For us, that's saying how grateful and thankful we are to have you as loyal Forum Members who give of...
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Forum: Cooling System
11-22-2021, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,317
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Forum: Cooling System
11-21-2021, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,317
I would highly recommend you consider using the...
I would highly recommend you consider using the repair kit (https://moyermarine.com/product/water-jacket-side-plate-repair-kit-for-repair-of-two-bolt-holes-csot_04_307/) our host offers on this site.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
10-19-2021, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,472
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Forum: Troubleshooting
10-18-2021, 05:00 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,472
Marine stores have replacement combo threaded...
Marine stores have replacement combo threaded /Lag"studs that can be installed after original stud is removed. Hole is filled with thickened Epoxy Resin with fibers added, redrill, then install new...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
05-10-2021, 02:17 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,092
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Forum: Introductions
04-22-2021, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,133
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Forum: Troubleshooting
04-16-2021, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
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Forum: Wanted to Buy - Engines and Engine Parts
03-18-2021, 05:08 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,937
Be careful on used manifolds
One thing to be careful of regarding a used manifold is checking the threads for the exhaust flange. I has been my experience (2 used manifold) that the threads were sketchy. If they have been...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-08-2021, 10:09 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 6,981
Is it firing on all cylinders? You can try to...
Is it firing on all cylinders? You can try to remove the spark plug wires one at a time, while the engine is running (replace them before removing the next one). Each time you remove a wire, there...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-06-2021, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
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Forum: Good Guys
03-03-2021, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 4,627
Markus I just wanted to double down on what the...
Markus I just wanted to double down on what the others have said ^^^^ I know it's intimidating trying to figure out where to start, especially if you're coming from a little-no boat/mechanical/engine...
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Forum: Overhaul
03-03-2021, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 152
Views: 59,020
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-02-2021, 03:58 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
I had a very scaled motor, exactly where your...
I had a very scaled motor, exactly where your is... This part went OK. A lot of "cold chiseling" and scrapping , then multiple cleaning and then POR painting.
But scaling only occurrs with water,...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-01-2021, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
My two cents... if you are this close to plate...
My two cents... if you are this close to plate that is missing a bolt head, I would fix it. It's going to be a lot easier to get access to that area now.
If your motor has decent compression, oil...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-24-2021, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
Not a terrible looking pan. Suggest sanding and...
Not a terrible looking pan. Suggest sanding and grinding that pitting etc off there, clean with reducer, and paint with the best paint you can afford right now. 2 part epoxy would be my choice, but...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-24-2021, 08:59 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-23-2021, 06:04 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
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Forum: Polls
02-19-2021, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,537
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-16-2021, 04:16 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-15-2021, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-15-2021, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-14-2021, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 7,231
Plus replacing the 40+ year old real seal is...
Plus replacing the 40+ year old real seal is really easy with the engine out.
I would also check the condition of the output flange where it contacts the seal. Mine had noticeable ridge so I...
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