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TimV
03-18-2004 09:41:54
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Re: freeing stuck engine in reply to Jerry Standerfer, 03-10-2004 19:38:14
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Jerry: What type of engine is this? The type of engine can play a big part in how you go about freeing it up. Smaller engines (1 or 2 cylinders such as lawnmowers) are often easier to take apart and free up, while larger engines can be more difficult, or at least more complex. Everyone has their favorite concoction--I've used PB Blaster with good results, but I've heard of Kroil, Automatic Transmission Fluid, diesel fuel, turpentine, ammonia, vinegar, Coca-Cola, Mouse Milk (supposed to be very agressive--I've never used it personally, but you can buy it online) WD-40, Liquid Wrench, and all sorts of other things being used as well. I've also had success tapping a old spark plug or correctly-sized bolt to fit down the spark plug hole and applying pressurized air--at a minimum, it will force whatever fluid you are using further down the cylinder, possibly freeing the rings. Whatever you use, paitence is the biggest key--even the agressive solvents often take a few days to work their way into the nooks and crannies to get to the point where the engine is stuck.
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