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I know a Molly that blew a rod ei ei o
and on that rod there is a piston ei ei o
with a knock knock here
and a knock knock there
I know a Molly that blew a rod ei ei o
So Damsel, keep us posted on your car's progress. And keep on wrenchin. If you get someone to swap the engine, get out there with them and watch and help. its a good learning experience and eventually you will be rebuilding engines yourself, but you have to start somewhere. swapping one out is a good place to start.
^x2 Good for you and for Molly!Mollysmom64, I've been reading this thread and just wanted to say " I take my hat off to you". To attempt to do what you have done has been a learning experience for you, we've all been there. Remember the only thing that is a mistake is something you haven't learned from. Sounds like you have a handle on things now (With the help of the FABO family). Wishing you nothing but the best as you move forward with this project. Keep us posted , and once Molly comes to life again it will be a feeling you will never forget!!
and on that rod there is a piston ei ei o
with a knock knock here
and a knock knock there
Couldn't this still be a dropped valve? Or a timing chain jumped or broken? I don't see where the valve cover was pulled to inspect, did I miss that?
IMO pulling a head for reman or replacement and/or replacing a timing set would be easier than an engine swap.
I think I threw a "Compression test" recommendation also. Who knows how they troubleshot it. But I agree, pulling an engine gets costly without some pinpoint testing first.
and on that rod there is a piston ei ei o
with a knock knock here
and a knock knock there
Bowtiehunter said engine has internal issues-- suggests she get a replacement motor-- I have not been over to view --scheduling is a difficult issue.
She is looking for an engine -- as we all know CL purchase is interesting at best-- (just look at this thread how sideways it got)
she is not sure about getting to memike --but says the next 2 weeks are taken for prior commitments--
It would be nice to stay on topic instead of these non-helpful comments
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she is going from a 170 to a 225, she has a 3 speed manual.
what should be changed & do not say put a v-8 in it
Items to check:
Motor mounts
crank for manual tranny
clutch assembly
exhaust height difference
radiator hoses?
column bearings for column shifting operation
.. thanks Lawrence
Memike said his engine was a 170 with a manual trans so it should bolt right in.
I'm about 8 hours away....or I'd already have picked it up... trying to find a way as I work 64 hrs a week... He's keeping it ready for me... thank godHow about trying to start it in neutral?? The neutral safety switch may be keeping it from cranking over, or it may be plugged into the wrong terminal on the relay!! It would not effect the lights and such, that sounds like a no ground or fusible link gone bad!! Damn I wish I was closer to come by and help!!
Memike offered his 170ci slant 6 on page 3, how close are you to Jonesboro, AR?? He is about 50 miles from Memphis so he must be at the top of the state! His was a good running combo only pulled for a V8 swap!!