Re: 1948 Neptune Mighty Mite A1 starting issue help requested

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March 29, 2017 at 2:05 pm #55145
huntleybill
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    OK…got it working. Turns out, there were two issues. First there are two seals on the crankshaft. One of the seals (on top) was missing completely. The clip to hold the seal was there but no seal. So, I made one on my 3D printer. Second, there was a leak in either the head gasket or a small crack in the cylinder head as water was getting in the combustion chamber. I had another cylinder so I replaced it.

    Now it runs!
    Thank you all for your advice and assistance
    Bill.