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Forum: Troubleshooting 02-20-2024, 01:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 552
Posted By Sam
A couple years back I took off my reversing gear...

A couple years back I took off my reversing gear cover for a possible adjustment after 20yrs being trouble free. As lubricated as everything looked the set screw was surprisingly well stuck and could...
Forum: Ignition System 02-19-2024, 07:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 199
Posted By Sam
Don't know if this helps much, I have early model...

Don't know if this helps much, I have early model with points, uses Prestolite distributor etc. I am comfortable and recommend STANDARD brand Moyer parts but have needed parts from local auto part...
Forum: Ignition System 01-24-2024, 04:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 337
Posted By Sam
Good advice, I would just add that an unloaded...

Good advice, I would just add that an unloaded battery at 12.4 seems to me to be a weakened battery, maybe around. 50%. Could be additional factor to the sluggish start.
Forum: Troubleshooting 12-04-2023, 10:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,929
Posted By Sam
I urge caution with that coil. if your using EI....

I urge caution with that coil. if your using EI. The NAPA IC14 coil is what I run fine with for years with points [early model Prestolite distributor.] Been a few years since I measured resistance...
Forum: General Interest 11-01-2023, 04:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By Sam
Thank you Dave - I have not seen or heard of this...

Thank you Dave - I have not seen or heard of this before but it makes a lot of sense. Great idea - even going to carry a few black ones as spares. Thx again.
Forum: General Interest 11-01-2023, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By Sam
This is a timely post - just thinking about some...

This is a timely post - just thinking about some needed parts. Regarding your early model engine/parts and if you choose to part out i could use the cast water jacket plate [there is a hack using a...
Forum: Electrical 10-18-2023, 03:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,802
Posted By Sam
I have mentioned this before but for the sake of...

I have mentioned this before but for the sake of new readers I'll mention it again. I live in Chicago with half year seasons at best. 1966 Morgan 34 is on mooring can with standard running lights,...
Forum: Troubleshooting 10-17-2023, 01:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,453
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: 5,453
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: Cooling System 09-28-2023, 08:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By Sam
I think a picture would help with responses...

I think a picture would help with responses showing the plumbing in and out and where connected.
Forum: Ignition System 09-26-2023, 04:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 689
Posted By Sam
They look very neat and reliable. Currently I...

They look very neat and reliable. Currently I just use small strips of heavy duty duct tape on each wire with the 1-2-4-3 sequence labeled with permeant marker.
Forum: Exhaust System 08-29-2023, 02:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,268
Posted By Sam
Joe - sent you private message, thx

Joe - sent you private message, thx
Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 08-13-2023, 12:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 519
Posted By Sam
Thx for your thoughts. That exactly what the PO...

Thx for your thoughts. That exactly what the PO did - fabricated a solid test bed, had 2 x 4 's on bottom to accommodate forklift blades and built solid 1/2-inch plywood box/lid around engine and...
Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 08-11-2023, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 519
Posted By Sam
A4 ""Early Model" Rebuilt 4 Sale

I have a early model crated/skid A4 for sale that I have had in heated storage for 30yrs. I bought it thinking that one day I might need it in my 1966 Morgan 34 which I have had for 47 yrs. with...
Forum: For Sale - Other Items 07-31-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,615
Posted By Sam
just search Catalina 30 - current bid about $5700

just search Catalina 30 - current bid about $5700
Forum: Fuel System 07-22-2023, 07:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,125
Posted By Sam
I screwed up the reply but I think he is...

I screwed up the reply but I think he is referring to the actual plastic lope part on the metal band on the points as being worn down - thusly his points are not opening. At TDC with the ignition...
Forum: Fuel System 07-22-2023, 07:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,125
Posted By Sam
[QUOTE=goodoldboat;130305]Was running On Friday ...

[QUOTE=goodoldboat;130305]Was running On Friday , went back to the boat next week wednesday and was a no start .

I did notice that the lobe on the points that revolves on the distributor...
Forum: Troubleshooting 07-14-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,682
Posted By Sam
My other concern now would be "8 minutes" with...

My other concern now would be "8 minutes" with ignition on waiting on pump prime - hard on ignition coil life,
Forum: Troubleshooting 07-14-2023, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,121
Posted By Sam
Fyi - similar to my 1966 Morgan you have...

Fyi - similar to my 1966 Morgan you have "mechanical gauges" maybe one for temperature as well. Little harder to find replacements but still being made. My setup has the cooper oil pressure line...
Forum: Fuel System 07-07-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,169
Posted By Sam
Just a thought - re hook up your jerry can and...

Just a thought - re hook up your jerry can and place it or smaller can up on hatch cover and feed fuel line directly down to carburetor - syphon or bulb or hand pump fuel to the carb and rely on...
Forum: Fuel System 07-05-2023, 02:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 839
Posted By Sam
My tank is directly below the cockpit. I've had...

My tank is directly below the cockpit. I've had the boat for 45 +yrs. Probably use a tank and half during a short Chicago season with most fuel consumed during spring and fall yard trips. A number...
Forum: Troubleshooting 06-26-2023, 09:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,068
Posted By Sam
Couple of weeks ago I was a passenger on an older...

Couple of weeks ago I was a passenger on an older O"Day. Near the end of the sail the owner turned on the blower [ran good], ignition on and pushed starter button. Nothing happened repeatedly. The...
Forum: Troubleshooting 06-26-2023, 09:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 911
Posted By Sam
Dave is on target [as usual] - from the pic the...

Dave is on target [as usual] - from the pic the coil looks almost original or very old and the connections look very rusted/corroded. Coil is good place to start.
Forum: Troubleshooting 05-28-2023, 08:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,657
Posted By Sam
I'll bring closure to this thread- the engine now...

I'll bring closure to this thread- the engine now starts right up and runs smoothly. I'll summarize the events:

-A4 with EI and off brand electric fuel pump would not start after winter layup. Ran...
Forum: Troubleshooting 05-24-2023, 02:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,657
Posted By Sam
When I get back to her boat in day or two I will...

When I get back to her boat in day or two I will reexamine the wiring with volt meter going back to the ignition switch. Even though it fires on ether [pump power not connected] the spark might be...
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