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Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-27-2019, 03:27 PM
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Views: 13,042
Posted By J Franklin
Re: OK! Oldtimers, Gimme your best answer, Stuck Engine

"While at this point warranty might be a moot point, can't hurt to talk to them." Said redmodelt.

At this point it can't hurt to verify what is actually stuck! Then talk to the builder if...
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-21-2019, 04:04 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 13,042
Posted By J Franklin
Re: OK! Oldtimers, Gimme your best answer, Stuck Engine

Terry, if you can do work where the car is currently, you might save having to remove the engine by dropping the pan for a THOROUGH look. You will have to remove it anyway after the engine is out.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-20-2019, 02:18 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 13,042
Posted By J Franklin
Re: OK! Oldtimers, Gimme your best answer, Stuck Engine

On a stored engine, maybe. His was running when it stopped. He needs to tear it down far enough to find and understand the reason.
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-19-2019, 12:36 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 13,042
Posted By J Franklin
Re: OK! Oldtimers, Gimme your best answer, Stuck Engine

He doesn't know what or why, it's too early to lay blame. Maybe the installation or startup procedures were faulty
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-18-2019, 05:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 13,042
Posted By J Franklin
Re: OK! Oldtimers, Gimme your best answer, Stuck Engine

Terry, how can you blame the rebuilder when you don't even know what the trouble is?
Forum: Model A (1928-31) 01-17-2019, 12:02 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 13,042
Posted By J Franklin
Re: OK! Oldtimers, Gimme your best answer, Stuck Engine

Since you don't know what part is stuck it is time to do a bit of diagnosis. Take the pan off and start pulling bearing caps and try to move the pistons. If they move loosen the mains a bit and try...
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