Engine tin powder coated
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Engine tin powder coated
I took the time to remove the engine cover tin from my engine and get it powder coated. I have wanted to do this for 5 years, and finally did it since it's been too hot to drive anyway. The new air cleaner is a K&N RF-1015 if anyone wants to try it out.
Here is a short video-
https://youtu.be/YbRSk7Czhs8
Here is a short video-
https://youtu.be/YbRSk7Czhs8
Re: Engine tin powder coated
That looks great!
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Now to get a transparent doghouse cover to show it off. One of the best old engines I have seen.
Any man who thinks he can be happy and prosperous by letting the government take care of him:
better take a closer look at the American Indian.---Henry Ford
better take a closer look at the American Indian.---Henry Ford
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Very nice!
I might have to add that to my winter projects list.
I might have to add that to my winter projects list.
Paul C.
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'73 Swiss 710M
'89 Puch 230GE
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'73 Swiss 710M
'89 Puch 230GE
Re: Engine tin powder coated
Looks better than new. Outstanding!
George Cameron
Yarnell, AZ
1979 Pinz 710M
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Holy moly! Mine looks like the dog's lunch compared to that.
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beautiful motor.
question from a novice - that intake looks a lot more free flowing than the stock part. does this allow more o2 into the engine and affect the fuel / o2 mixture? or is that adjustment handled in the carb? or do you have to adjust the carb separately?
thanks and nice work
question from a novice - that intake looks a lot more free flowing than the stock part. does this allow more o2 into the engine and affect the fuel / o2 mixture? or is that adjustment handled in the carb? or do you have to adjust the carb separately?
thanks and nice work
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Re: Engine tin powder coated
Something that resembles a distributor on the opposite side to mine. I'm curious.
Any man who thinks he can be happy and prosperous by letting the government take care of him:
better take a closer look at the American Indian.---Henry Ford
better take a closer look at the American Indian.---Henry Ford
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That's the coil pack for the Pinz SSI ignition that replaces the stock distributor. Great upgrade!krick3tt wrote:Something that resembles a distributor on the opposite side to mine. I'm curious.
Paul C.
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'89 Puch 230GE
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'73 Swiss 710M
'89 Puch 230GE
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Re: Engine tin powder coated
This isn't a difficult or expensive upgrade if someone wants to do the same. The carbs don't have to come off, so you won't have to re-syncronize them. All you need are very basic hand tools and some patience. It is a good time to replace the fan seal and/or the cover seal, both of which are reasonably priced. The cylinder fins can be cleaned, too, and the alternator connections can be checked. Note the electric fuel pump/pressure regulator- this combination works great but is very difficult to install.
I can recommend a shop that does great powder coating work if you PM me with that request.
I can recommend a shop that does great powder coating work if you PM me with that request.
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How did you do the fan - looks new!
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The fan is new, I kept the old one as a spare. I painted the fan housing with 2000 degree brake caliper paint so it would stay on without flaking, as it does get hot.
I'll replace the vacuum booster hose the next time I have the engine cover off, it's original.
I'll replace the vacuum booster hose the next time I have the engine cover off, it's original.
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Ah... thx... I was hoping for some secret on how to clean plastic to make it look new
Cheers!
Cheers!
72 Pathfinder | 75 710M 2.7i | 96 350GDT Worker
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Looks great! Job well done.
Was your fuel pump worn out or did you just want an electric one?
Edit : Just found your fuel pump thread. Thanks for sharing the details.
Was your fuel pump worn out or did you just want an electric one?
Edit : Just found your fuel pump thread. Thanks for sharing the details.