Re: 359 Straight Eight Engine

Posted by PackardV8 On 2010/12/15 8:49:40

"...check by simply putting a spanner on the engine..."

Here's the procedure:
REmove the spark plugs. squirt about a teaspoon of oil in all cylinders. Place an appropriate wrench or spanner on the bolt in the center of the front crank pully and slowly rotate the engine by hand using the wrench.

Roatate the engine AT LEAST 2 full revolutions. IT should turn rather easy without any binding. IF it binds up do not force it.

Report back your findings.