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Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 02-14-2014, 09:55 PM
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Posted By Qben
Carbs

I have at least 2 of the 4-bolt carbs.
Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 02-12-2014, 09:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,795
Posted By Qben
I've got at least 2 carbs. And a couple of...

I've got at least 2 carbs. And a couple of backfire assemblies. Unfortunately, no old style ones.
Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 01-06-2014, 11:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,795
Posted By Qben
Flame arrest

Maybe, how would I identify an early model one from a late model one? I have several.
Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 01-06-2014, 02:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,795
Posted By Qben
Update - more parts

I dug into the box a little bit and also found an entire transmission/gearbox and housing, a distributer and accessory gear drive, 2 starters, access plates for both sides of the engine, and flame...
Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 01-05-2014, 03:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,795
Posted By Qben
Large box of A4 parts

Hi all-
I have a VERY large box of A4 parts including several carbs, exhaust manifolds, an oil pan (yes, the whole bottom half of the motor casing), a water cooled exhaust pipe, a standpipe style...
Forum: For Sale - Engines and Engine Parts 05-05-2012, 01:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,248
Posted By Qben
Exhaust manifolds

I have two early model exhaust manifolds (which I got in a lot of misc. parts I purchased). They are useless to me since my exhaust exits the engine at the front and I'd be happy to mate them up with...
Forum: Wanted to Buy - Engines and Engine Parts 05-05-2012, 01:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,837
Posted By Qben
Exhaust manifold

I'd be interested in a used exhaust manifold if anyone has one lying around. I would need the late model version with the block off plate since my exhaust exits out the front of the engine.

On...
Forum: Exhaust System 06-08-2010, 08:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,187
Posted By Qben
Yes, it is just as you describe. I have a...

Yes, it is just as you describe. I have a straight (4 inch I think) piece of pipe out of the flange to a 45, then about an 8 inch piece which goes under the bulkhead and to a 90. From the 90 I have...
Forum: General Interest 06-06-2010, 02:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,705
Posted By Qben
You didn't mention if you had disconnected the...

You didn't mention if you had disconnected the exhaust pipe from the flange, but if you did, this is another potential spot for leakage. I was suprised to find that I could go another full turn...
Forum: Tartan 06-06-2010, 01:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 13,998
Posted By Qben
Jacques - How much did Don charge you for the...

Jacques -
How much did Don charge you for the standpipe? Do you have pictures? Just curious at this point, since I believe I have solve my problems with a slightly different approach. It never...
Forum: Exhaust System 06-06-2010, 01:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,187
Posted By Qben
I had a similar installation to yours on my...

I had a similar installation to yours on my Tartan 30 (#518) when I bought it 6 months ago. You can see my progression through this process on the thread titled "A developing story" in the general...
Forum: Electrical 05-07-2010, 03:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 18,426
Posted By Qben
I have just jumped between the terminals of the...

I have just jumped between the terminals of the oil pressure safety switch for a few seconds with the ignition on when I've needed to prime the fuel system.

Perhaps not the safest practice, but...
Forum: General Interest 05-03-2010, 11:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,586
Posted By Qben
I can certainly understand the reluctance to heat...

I can certainly understand the reluctance to heat the block for welding.
That's a pretty nice test bench you made. If I had to guess, I'd say you've done this before!
Qben
Forum: Electrical 05-03-2010, 08:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 54,282
Posted By Qben
Thumbs up Nice! Thank you. Qben

Nice!
Thank you.
Qben
Forum: General Interest 05-03-2010, 08:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,586
Posted By Qben
If the block is in otherwise good condition, you...

If the block is in otherwise good condition, you might try www.locknstitch.com They have a product called "Full torque" which would probably be ideal for your situation. Give them a call on the tech...
Forum: Fuel System 04-29-2010, 09:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,163
Posted By Qben
My oil safety switch is attached (via the oil...

My oil safety switch is attached (via the oil filter kit) to the forward (flywheel side) oil port. There shouldn't be any problem with it. I also have a mechanical oil pressure gauge in the middle...
Forum: General Interest 04-28-2010, 11:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,773
Posted By Qben
Russ- I'll get some dimensions on that pipe for...

Russ-
I'll get some dimensions on that pipe for you tomorrow.

As for the valve seats, I only did a 2 angle cut (the 45 and the upper 30). The seats were corroded enough that, with only the 45,...
Forum: Overhaul 04-27-2010, 10:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,693
Posted By Qben
I picked one of those impact drivers up a couple...

I picked one of those impact drivers up a couple of weeks ago. It was $18 at the local hardware store. They also had them at the local auto parts stores for around $30. It's a great little tool! ...
Forum: Cooling System 04-26-2010, 11:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,488
Posted By Qben
If you can spread the snap ring like you said,...

If you can spread the snap ring like you said, try having someone pull the shaft out while pushing on the back of the impeller. If you can slide the shaft out, the snap ring should no longer be a...
Forum: General Interest 04-26-2010, 10:43 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,773
Posted By Qben
It is, indeed a great feeling!:) I spoke with...

It is, indeed a great feeling!:) I spoke with ISSPRO (gauge manufacturer) this morning and they sent a new coolant temp. sending unit right out. No questions asked. No charge. I wish all...
Forum: General Interest 04-26-2010, 12:34 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,773
Posted By Qben
Continuation

As an aside, everything I'm doing is from the engine, manually operating the choke and throttle.

Searching the forums convinced me that my problem was either a vacuum leak or a cruddy carb. I...
Forum: General Interest 04-25-2010, 11:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 14,773
Posted By Qben
Another continuation

Well, hopefully I won't regret saying this, but I feel that my most recent saga is nearly at its end. I took the boat out today and it ran beautifully! It ran at idle for over an hour without the...
Forum: Exhaust System 04-25-2010, 12:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,809
Posted By Qben
Nick - It sounds to me like you are having a fuel...

Nick - It sounds to me like you are having a fuel delivery problem. Your system sounds like it is unable to keep up with the fuel demand at full throttle. Your problems don't manifest until a short...
Forum: Cooling System 04-19-2010, 10:37 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 26,234
Posted By Qben
Hanley - Are you referring to the groove...

Hanley -

Are you referring to the groove that the belt rides in? If I wanted to try to pull it, how would a puller attach? It would have to grab the sheave somehow, right?

Thanks for the...
Forum: Cooling System 04-19-2010, 12:17 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 26,234
Posted By Qben
This is a picture of the drive pulley for a FWC...

This is a picture of the drive pulley for a FWC system. It's on the front of the engine (in front of the flywheel). Does anyone know how I might remove it without ruining it? It looks like there...
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