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February 9, 2019 at 9:37 am #166426
Bob Wight
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    Thanks guys. This was a salt water motor in its previous life but during the tear-down, I found the block to be in good shape. I replaced all the powerhead gaskets as part of the restoration including the head gasket.

    I’ve also been fogging this motor after every use, as I had heard they were prone to internal corrosion.

    I’ll be sure to double-check the armature plate for any play, but I suspect the points and cam issue were the problem. Still can’t believe it ran at all with the cam upside down. That at least explains why it was so hard to start!!

    Bob

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