Hi Chrysler 318 Colleagues,
I bought a 1972 Uniflite Sport Fisherman cuddy and I pulled all the sparked plugs and I saw significant oxidation on one the electrodes. I believe this was the first spark plug close to the starter so you can get a sense of the location. Does this mean I should expect a cracked manifold? I know the manifolds are not in the greatest shape. It has been so difficult finding someone who is willing to work on an old engine. I am even working with auto guys now because I gave up on the marine mechanics. I am more concerned about the health of the 1970 block, that the previous owner said he put in 5 years ago. If I change the manifolds and risers, I do not know if I can see if the block is working if it had water inside. I am not a mechanic so what would you guys do in this situation. Compression tests, cylinder tests? I want to know how deep in my pocket I need to go. Thanks in advance,
Robert
I bought a 1972 Uniflite Sport Fisherman cuddy and I pulled all the sparked plugs and I saw significant oxidation on one the electrodes. I believe this was the first spark plug close to the starter so you can get a sense of the location. Does this mean I should expect a cracked manifold? I know the manifolds are not in the greatest shape. It has been so difficult finding someone who is willing to work on an old engine. I am even working with auto guys now because I gave up on the marine mechanics. I am more concerned about the health of the 1970 block, that the previous owner said he put in 5 years ago. If I change the manifolds and risers, I do not know if I can see if the block is working if it had water inside. I am not a mechanic so what would you guys do in this situation. Compression tests, cylinder tests? I want to know how deep in my pocket I need to go. Thanks in advance,
Robert