Re: 1934 1104 running hot

Posted by Tom Laferriere On 2009/7/7 18:18:02

Thanks for the reply. The motor has not been recently rebuilt. Yes, its been sitting idle for 15 years, but started regularly, but no driven. The block has not been cleaned with chemically cleaners.

The oil cooler is still attached, although the oil lines have been disconnected from it when I purchased it. (I assume it leaked oil somewhere and the seller cant remember why he disconnected) I have not had the water jacket off or the oil cooler, although I am beginning to think I have to. I am wondering if it has deteriorated.

Ignition timing i feel is right on...slightly retarded from pre-ignition. Brakes are not dragging and exhaust is not restrictive, as I have run it open exhaust for a short period.

I will have to check to see if I can get the radiator flow checked while still on the car.

Thank you for your continued advice.