Forum: Ignition System
05-25-2011, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 6,375
Close,
The clicking sound was quite probably...
Close,
The clicking sound was quite probably your starter solenoid as the starter fought against the increased compression caused by the mis-timed firing sequence. Getting the distributor installed...
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Forum: Cooling System
05-06-2011, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,217
oil in anti freeze
Art,
Detecting a leaking head gasket, when the leak is from a cylinder to the cooling system, is often as simple as filling the cooling system, running the engine and watching for bubbles in the...
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Forum: Fuel System
04-13-2011, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,735
float setting
I don't remember what the setting is without looking it up, but a good way to measure it is with a drill bit of the correct diameter. Place the upper portion of the carb upside down and roll the...
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Forum: Cooling System
03-29-2011, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 11,379
block drain - early model
Ed,
On my 1966 A4, I have replaced the plug with a brass, radiator drain petcock. It works well for me and does not require removal unless I want to 'rod-out' the drain. It is not as accessible...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-14-2011, 10:49 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 12,164
Smaarch,
'Forgot to mention: remove the...
Smaarch,
'Forgot to mention: remove the alternator belt and listen for the whirring noise. If it is gone, it is probably in the alternator....have it checked. If the noise doesnt stop, it could...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-14-2011, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 12,164
Smaarch,
Yes, Pearson Coyote got it right. ...
Smaarch,
Yes, Pearson Coyote got it right. The A4 gear mechanism is capable of making some awful ...but normal....sounds when in reverse. If you are not fully in neutral the shaft will spin...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-13-2011, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 12,164
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Forum: General Maintenance
03-03-2011, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 18,564
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Forum: General Maintenance
03-03-2011, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 18,564
Good Morning Bill,
I believe that you do not...
Good Morning Bill,
I believe that you do not have to remove the engine in order to remove the shaft and coupler, as I have removed my shaft several times and the engine has never been removed.
You...
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Forum: General Maintenance
02-28-2011, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 18,564
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Forum: Announcements
01-24-2011, 10:11 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 6,746
Calling all Afourians.....
Hey Bill, as long as your post about the secret hand shake was so blatantly hijacked and twisted, I thought that I would start a new one to put us back on track.
As long as we are going to have a...
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Forum: General Interest
01-21-2011, 11:31 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,319
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Forum: General Interest
01-21-2011, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,319
Laker,
The adjuster screw and locknut are...
Laker,
The adjuster screw and locknut are covered by a screw-on cover, as I remember. The best way to begin this project is to clean and inspect the entire mechanism. If you have a mechanical fuel...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
01-12-2011, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 74
Views: 15,721
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Forum: For Sale - Other Items
01-01-2011, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 9,068
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Forum: Drive Train / Propellers
10-22-2010, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,406
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Forum: Exhaust System
09-29-2010, 06:40 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 18,370
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Forum: Electrical
09-28-2010, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,246
Michael,
I wouldn't think that your alternator...
Michael,
I wouldn't think that your alternator is so large that it requires larger than 'normal' belts or sheaves, but I can agree with Rigspelt: alignment is critical. When I first bought my boat...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-01-2010, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 7,147
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-27-2010, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 58
Views: 15,181
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Forum: Drive Train / Propellers
07-22-2010, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 12,419
Greg,
Out of curiosity, why do you have to...
Greg,
Out of curiosity, why do you have to replace the cable?
I have a 1966 Pearson Coaster, also 30'. At one time I thought the cable on it was bad, or at least badly screwed up, but it...
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Forum: General Maintenance
07-22-2010, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 8,040
redboat,
You're in a heap of trouble already. ...
redboat,
You're in a heap of trouble already. Don't compound it by breaking an Easy-Out off in the hole......that is a common experience with those things.
Drilling and re-tapping is the way I...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-22-2010, 06:24 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,556
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Forum: Overhaul
06-24-2010, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 11,044
After 6 days of working on your problem, you...
After 6 days of working on your problem, you should be at a point where you can exert a little more torque on the nuts.
When I went through the same misery, I finally decided to push a little...
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Forum: Overhaul
06-21-2010, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,188
Tom,
Thanks for the quick reply. I should have...
Tom,
Thanks for the quick reply. I should have specified that mine is an early model and I dont have to worry about the area under the thermostat.
I guess what I am actually worried (wondering)...
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