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SuperSquid |
Feb 26 2020, 07:27 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 26-February 20 From: Louisville Kentucky Member No.: 23,972 Region Association: South East States |
Hello All From Kentucky!
I just purchased 1974 914 in Ohio. Overall it looks to be in good condition. I tried to start the old girl and all I get is a loud "CLICK" from the starter. I pulled the plugs and filled the cylinders with Marvin's Mystery Oil. Still just a click. My Question: Is there an easy way to hand-crank the engine so I can check that it NOT seized? Can I just put it in gear and push it to spin the engine? Any and all advice is welcome. Fingers crossed the engine is NOT sized. |
SuperSquid |
Mar 21 2020, 05:53 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 24 Joined: 26-February 20 From: Louisville Kentucky Member No.: 23,972 Region Association: South East States |
With all the extra time I now have at home I decided to drop the engine today. Once I removed the engine I rolled it into the driveway and fill it up with an MMO/Deisel fuel mix. Going to let it sit for 48 hours and try to break it free. I am not optimistic but want to give it a try.
My questions: What is the best way to spin the engine now that it is our of the car? My guess is the bolt that is in the fan. Do you think I am m I just wasting my time trying to break the engine free? IE is it just better to pull the heads off at this point. I did get the carbs freed up and I am excited about the overall condition of the car. Plus having f 914 to work on is helping me stay sane. Thank you all for your help |
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