1. Pulled all 15 head studs 1 at a time, applied P-Tex#1 and
reinstalled/retorqued. My engine builder had installed all 15
new studs dry, no sealant, needless to say i had coolant
running everywhere.
2. Installed the missing cover gasket on my Melling oil pump.
3. Pulled the 24V genny and the front oil resevoir was indeed dry.
When i pressed my auto elect mech about it he assured me oil
was not needed as the newly installed bearings are sealed. I
asked "what about the oil thrower running dry??" He didnt have
an answer.. i left him with a copy of TM9-1825B. I set up a
basic test stand and spun it +- 1500-2000 rpm-no noise.
Reinstalled genny.
So far So Good-took her for a spin last nite, got her up to operating temp-NO LEAKS!! I've got an annoying belt squeal to investigate.. Hmmm.
Ran her about 1/2 hr and she quit me!! I'm thinkin junk in the carb-
gettin no gas but i havent had a chance to investigate. Had to walk back to the barn and get the John Deere and a recovery strap
Ah, the things we wont do for the girls we love!!
