I said I never would...

[Shrewcub]

Originally Posted by olds45512

That's engine is gonna need some serious work judging by the rust, might have to beat the piston out with a sledge hammer.

I just sprayed it down. I'll give it a couple weeks to soak before I mess with it. I'm not really in a hurry.

[Alvy]

Originally Posted by Shrewcub

Ya there's even some see through patina around the battery box

That's funny right there.

Seriously though the engine may be a "basket case" but at least it's there. Good idea to soak it, surface rust, no worries. My second O has the wrong engine that runs backwards so you're ahead of the game as far as I'm concerned. Just saw the standard front crumple zone on the hood. Seems to be the norm. Neutral start switch, not an option then, Lol.

[olds45512]

Originally Posted by Alvy

That's funny right there.

Seriously though the engine may be a "basket case" but at least it's there. Good idea to soak it, surface rust, no worries. My second O has the wrong engine that runs backwards so you're ahead of the game as far as I'm concerned. Just saw the standard front crumple zone on the hood. Seems to be the norm. Neutral start switch, not an option then, Lol.

That looks well beyond suface rust, i bet the block will need decked to get rid of the pits and hopefully it can be bored enough to get rid of any pits in the cylinder. I agree its good that all the parts are there, always good when you dont have to hunt for alot of hard to find parts.

[jaynjeep]

Its not that bad... ive started with less before.

If nothing else at least the scrap man won't get it and send it to China!

Still has all the original tires.. that's unusual

good luck with it!

[cc_bob]

Do yourself a favor and read this, it really is the best way I've found to remove rust if you are not in a hurry (takes a couple weeks).

CLICK

You can also watch this too, not my video but it gives you a good idea of how well it works.
Part1
Part2

I've used this for a ton of parts, it's cheap, easy and can be done in a 5 gal bucket if needed. I've done entire fenders and doors for my truck, engine blocks, cylinder heads, tools, etc...

[Yosemite Sam]

For the life of me, I can't understand Why anyone wouldn't want an Original... or several!

I do agree that for "real work" Narrow and Wide Frames are a little more handy, but Originals are just FUN.

Once you drive one, you'll wonder how you ever got along without it.

[Shrewcub]

Thanks for the advice and encouragement guys!

Don't be on the edge of your seat for this one or your gonna need a LOT of

BTW The piston was already removed.

[Shrewcub]

Originally Posted by Yosemite Sam

For the life of me, I can't understand Why anyone wouldn't want an Original... or several!

I do agree that for "real work" Narrow and Wide Frames are a little more handy, but Originals are just FUN.

Once you drive one, you'll wonder how you ever got along without it.

Mark, I'm already in love! I pushed it on the truck backwards on purpose so I could ride it down the ramps. I was grinning ear to ear

[snoel]

cc bob,

Thanks for the "sweet" tip (molasses), for rust removal. I've used vinegar, but it must be watched, because it will etch and discolor metal.

[ACecil]

Not too bad, Travis! Good luck with your O.