do you get a knock sound when the the engine slows down? your ignition timimg
mat be too far advanced. did you try a different starter? try it with a 12 volt
battery, it won't hurt it to try it. new mexico jim
Kevin Stewart wrote:
> I am having some difficulty in getting a completely machine shop rebuilt 235
> engine started. I had it fired up for about 15 seconds but have not had
> much luck since. Occassionally, the engine will fire, but not really start.
> I am still running 6volts and would prefer to stay that way. When the
> engine is cracking it turns slowly enough that you can see the blades of the
> fan turning. At one point in each revolution, the fan blades actual seem to
> slow down.
>
> I have had all sorts of advice ranging from: 1) all rebuilt engines are
> tight; 2) tow it to start it, 3) once you get it going and it loosens up it
> will start easier, 4) put in a four field starter.
>
> I have three questions.
>
> 1. When cranking how fast should I expect the engine to turn over? For
> example is one revolution of the fan blade per second about right?
>
> 2. How much will starting improve if I install a four field starter?
>
> 3. When cranking, how frequently should I see a spark at the number one
> spark plug?
>
> Yes, I have new plugs, wires, points, condensor, rotor. The spark is strong
> out of the condensor to distributor wire, but not as strong at the spark
> plugs. The carburator is leaking almost as much as a sieve and this could
> be part of the problem why it won't continue to run.
>
> Kevin
> '52 1/2 ton.
>
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