Re: [omc-boats] distributors

Sounds like you fuel tank is ok - and as long as you have a good fuel
line filter I wouldn't worry about it - I also always stick a can of
SeaFoam in the gas to clean out the carb etc. Dave

Glenn Halweg wrote:

> Will put Seafoam in before I start engine. Trying to decide if I want
> to pull the fuel tank and clean it. It's empty, no odors and if I put
> a stick down and scrape it on the bottom no gunk comes out. Halfway
> thinking of starting it using a 6 gallon outboard tank run to the fuel
> pump. Put in new starter and relays earlier today. Glenn
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: David
> To: omc-boats@...
> Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 3:30 PM
> Subject: Re: [omc-boats] distributors
> Glenn, I always recommend putting a pint of SeaFoam in the
> oil when bringing an old engine to life - it immeadiately
> cleans everything - rocker arms, hydrolic lifters, valve
> stems etc. within one minute you can hear the difference in
> the engine - noise stops and it smooths out - amazing stuff.
> SeaFoam is make here in Minnesota. And, the best part is you
> don't have to change the oil - it stays in! Dave
>
> Glenn Halweg wrote:
>
> > I was thinking of going with a GM electronic but not sure
> > what would fit my 1966 engine. When I changed the
> > distributor in my 1973 Buick Apollo it was a snap as GM
> > changed distributors to electronic in 1974. Anyhow I put
> > plugs, points, rotor and distributor cap in today. Found
> > the #4 and #5 wires crossed. This engine couldn't have
> > seen many hours. Plugs and points looked like new. Pulled
> > rocker covers no gummy build up at all.
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: David
> > To: omc-boats@...
> > Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 2:10 PM
> > Subject: Re: [omc-boats] distributors
> > Lee makes a good point (sic) on points, but I
> > should mention that I have been using GM
> > electronic distrubutors (even though they alter
> > the stock look) for 20 years now and have never
> > had one go out - I have known the conversion
> > kits that others had (not in OMC boats) to fail,
> > but my old GM distributors have yet to let me
> > down. I have had points, resisters and coil
> > problems with the original system, but must
> > admit I have always been able to limp home.
> > Dave
> >
> > Glenn Halweg wrote:
> >
> > > Going to stick with points for time being
> > > since I already have a set. Found the same
> > > product here comparable pricing free shipping.
> > > http://tinyurl.com/8xwek
> >

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