Progator135
Regular Contributor
Got my 50 hp back together and took it for a spin everything went together great and ran good. Noticed slight clatter when running so when I got home I looked everything over and noticed a tiny bit of side play in the flywheel. Maybe 1/64" and a little clunk when pushed forward/aft. No up/down movement at all. I had to get another crankshaft for the rebuild. Ordered it used but was in great shape. Installed all new bearings. And put a dollop of lucas oil on all tje bearings during installation. Didn't notice any movement once the halves were bolted together. Used a paper thin film of permatex 518 gel seal so there was no shimming of sealant. I'm a little bummed about it. I don't make very long runs so I hope it will last me at least a few years. What do y'all think of that upper crankshaft play?
Also, my oil ratio was doubled and didn't race the crap out of it. OK...maybe a couple shots real quick just to make sure it would get on plane...couldn't help myself.
Also, my oil ratio was doubled and didn't race the crap out of it. OK...maybe a couple shots real quick just to make sure it would get on plane...couldn't help myself.
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