We will try to make available some very helpful tips and information for those members considering doing their own repair or restoration work.

If you have some helpful information, tips and pictures you would like to share, be sure to send them to us.

 
 
Motor: Stopping | Miscellaneous
  • No water in radiator
  • Broken or loose fan belt

  • Overheating due to driving with retarded spark
  • Overheating due to racing motor on low speed gear
  • Overheating due to too rich mixture
  • Overheated or dry cylinder

  • Oil too light
  • Oil carbonized at too low temperature
  • Oil feed interrupted

  • Choked muffler
  • Defective pump
  • Exhaust valve lift insufficient
  • Carbon deposits
  • Tight bearings

    Note: All causes contributing to irregular motor action also causes lost power.
 
 
 
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