1960 Help...drop the pan

[RandalPark@xxxxxxx]

I think that you can drop the pan on a 1960 without too much trouble. You may 
have to disconnect the steering linkage from the frame. It might be a good idea 
to do that, and check the inside of the motor from down below. 

Once opened, you will know if there is any point in continuing trying to turn 
it over. If everything looks greasy, that is a good sign. Clean the pan and the 
oil pick up screen and keep trying. 

If everything is rusty looking or corroded, then you are wasting your time. In 
that case, the motor would need to be pulled and re-machined. Even if you could 
make it run it wouldn't last long.

Paul

In a message dated 2/22/2004 7:27:24 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
thulse@xxxxxxxxxx writes:

> I will try the transmission fluid and penetrating oil. Maybe I will load them 
>tonight. This is why I love this sight. So much information at your finger 
>tips. I will try all suggestions. Again thanks for every ones input.
>  
> Tim
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> Hi Tim,
> 
> Load each cylinder with penetrating oil and trans. mission oil. A good 
>battery and just pulse the starter. Go with the bar and the pulsing. I have 
>freed quit a few in this manner.
> After you free it change the oil before attempting to start 
> it.
> Good Luck   Steve