01-23-2023, 01:53 AM
(01-13-2023, 08:17 PM)Lee Arnold Wrote: Thanks for the input, folks!
Lee,
That engine looks to be in excellent condition and it is worth a lot of money. Even with the 3/4 crank, you could expect to get $1,200 to 1,500 for it if listed on ebay.
Mark was correct about the duckbill valve.... when they sit for many years they turn to goo. No need to modify the carb as there are several sources that you can go to to find the new valve. I highly recommend that you not start the engine without pulling it apart to inspect the bearings in the piston and connecting rod. It is very common for those bearings to freeze up after sitting a long time and if you run the engine with them frozen up the engine can be damaged severely.
If you intend to use it then I suggest you have it serviced before trying to fire it up.
Steve O'Hara