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« on: June 29, 2022, 02:18:31 PM »
I finally got them both out.
I started with evaporust for a few days. I then switched to PB Blaster. After a couple of weeks I began the beat down on the pistons. I got no movement with a rubber mallet and a piece of wood. I ended up using a hammer and a heavy-duty mason chesil to strike the top of the piston. That combination seemed to move the pistons a little.
I then decided to put tie straps around the jugs to lift the front part of the engine a centimeter or so off the worktable. As I struck the pistons, the pistons and engine went down and the jugs came up. This method made it easier for me. It still took forever and was not fun.
I am hoping I didn’t damage the crank with the beat down??? Anyone know how tough these cranks are?? I did find a little rust in one of the bearings, but the crank turns and is not frozen.
During the process I accidently struck the top of the cylinder/jug. Picture attached. Any idea if this jug can still be used again?? The two dings are about a millimeter deep.
Thanks to everyone who chimed in with advice. It is always greatly appreciated. I hope the pics show up.
Thanks again,
Russell